Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Popcorn Ceiling Removal and Refinishing in Strathmore

We remove outdated popcorn texture, refinish your ceiling smooth, and leave it paint-ready. Homes around Strathmore High School get a clean finish that lasts, guaranteed for 5 years.

We protect your floor and furniture

We leave your home spotless

5-Year guarantee on our work

Licensed and insured

CSLB License #830875

Affordable monthly payment options

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5.0/5.0

Based on 41 reviews

Good fit if:

Your popcorn ceiling was installed before 1980 and you want to confirm it is asbestos-free before removal.
The textured ceiling surface is cracking, stained from an old roof leak, or just outdated and you want a smooth modern finish.
You are preparing to sell or rent the property and want to update the ceiling without a full remodel.

Not a fit if:

Your Options

Professional Removal vs. Living With Popcorn

Most Strathmore homeowners weigh two realistic choices when they look up at a popcorn ceiling. You can have it professionally removed and refinished, or you can leave it and work around it. Here is what each path gets you.

Professional Removal

Leave It In Place

What We Do

What Popcorn Ceiling Removal and Refinishing Includes

Inspect and Plan

We examine your ceiling to assess the popcorn texture type, check for any water damage or structural concerns, and confirm the scope of removal. This upfront inspection ensures we know exactly what we’re working with before we start scraping.

Remove and Refinish

We carefully scrape away the popcorn texture, then apply a skim coat to smooth the surface and create a clean, even finish. Dust containment is in place throughout to keep your home clean, and we remove all debris before moving to the final stage.

Prime and Prepare

Once the surface is smooth and sanded, we apply primer to seal the fresh drywall and prepare it for paint. Your ceiling leaves our care paint-ready and covered by our 5-year guarantee, so the refinish will last.

Cost Drivers

The cost of popcorn ceiling removal and refinishing depends on the size of the area, the condition of the drywall underneath, and the texture or paint finish you want applied after removal.

What affects cost most:

Square footage of ceiling area to be removed
Condition of drywall beneath the popcorn texture
Texture type to be matched or applied after removal
Paint color matching and touch-up needs
Water damage or staining requiring repair before finishing
Ceiling height and access requirements for safe removal

How can we help?

We remove popcorn texture from ceilings around Strathmore and refinish them smooth or with a new finish, leaving the surface paint-ready and protected by a 5-year guarantee.

What we do

What we DON'T do

How we work?

Homeowners in Strathmore often live in older homes surrounded by farmland, where dust, seasonal moisture, and age-related ceiling damage are common concerns. Precision Patch Pros understands the rural setting and delivers invisible popcorn ceiling removal with texture matching that blends seamlessly into your existing drywall.

Local Familiarity

We’ve worked throughout the Porterville area and know how Strathmore’s agricultural setting, valley heat, and older housing stock affect drywall finish work. That experience helps us anticipate and prevent common problems before they start.

Texture Matching Expertise

Removing popcorn ceiling and refinishing the surface is only half the job if the new finish doesn’t blend invisibly into the surrounding drywall. We match your existing texture and paint so the repair disappears completely.

Licensed and Guaranteed

We’re licensed (CSLB #830875) and insured, and every popcorn removal and refinish job is backed by a 5-year guarantee. You get accountability and proof that the work will hold up over time.

One-Visit Completion

Most popcorn removal jobs are finished in a single visit. We remove the texture, prep the surface, apply new finish, texture match, and touch up paint all in one trip so you’re not living in a construction zone for days.

Clean Worksite Standards

Removing popcorn ceiling creates dust and debris. We protect your floors and furniture, control dust carefully, and leave your home spotless when we’re done. The only trace of our work is the smooth, invisible ceiling you wanted.

5.0/5.0

Based on 41 reviews

Job Stories

We handle popcorn ceiling removal and refinishing jobs across Strathmore, from single rooms to whole-home projects.

Full living room and hallway removal

Homeowner wanted a consistent smooth ceiling throughout the main living area. Popcorn was original to the house from the 1990s, no asbestos concern. Two-day job: day one for removal and repairs, day two for skim coat and texture. Finished with paint prep and a coat of ceiling white.

One room with a different ceiling than the rest

Homeowner had already removed popcorn in most of the house but the master bedroom still had the original texture. We matched the smooth finish from the rest of the house so the ceiling looked consistent room to room.

Popcorn ceiling with a water stain underneath

Homeowner wanted the popcorn removed before listing the house. When we scraped it back, there was an old water stain and soft area from a roof leak that had been patched years before. We removed the compromised drywall, replaced that section, skimmed the ceiling flat, and applied a light knockdown to match the rest of the home. The ceiling looked clean, and the home sold.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers below to help you get your home back to a smooth, seamless finish.

Does the popcorn ceiling removal service include finishing the surface and matching the texture afterward?

Yes. We remove the popcorn texture, prep and smooth the surface, then apply a finish coat and texture match to blend seamlessly into the surrounding ceiling. We also handle paint touch-ups so the entire ceiling looks consistent when we’re done.

How long does it take to remove popcorn ceiling and refinish the surface?

Most popcorn removal and refinish jobs are completed in a single visit. The timeline depends on room size and ceiling condition, but we complete removal, surface prep, texture application, and paint touch-ups all in one trip so you’re not living in a construction zone for days.

What factors affect the cost of popcorn ceiling removal in Strathmore?

Cost depends on ceiling square footage, the condition of the drywall underneath, and whether additional prep or repair work is needed before refinishing. We provide upfront quotes after reviewing photos so you know exactly what to expect before we start.

How do you handle dust and debris during popcorn ceiling removal?

We protect your floors and furniture before starting work, control dust carefully during removal, and clean the worksite thoroughly when we’re finished. The only trace of our work is the smooth, finished ceiling you wanted.

Can you match the existing texture on the rest of my ceiling after removing the popcorn?

Yes. We specialize in texture matching so the refinished area blends invisibly into the surrounding ceiling. If your ceiling has a smooth finish, orange peel, or other texture, we match it exactly so the repair disappears completely.

Do I need to move furniture or do any prep work before you arrive?

We’ll handle floor and furniture protection, but clearing small items and fragile decor from the room beforehand makes the job faster. We’ll walk you through any specific prep steps when we schedule your visit.

How long does the ceiling need to dry before I can use the room again?

The ceiling surface is dry enough to walk under immediately, but you should wait 24 to 48 hours before hanging anything heavy or painting over the finish if you plan to repaint later. We’ll give you specific timing based on your project.

Is the popcorn removal and refinish work guaranteed?

Yes. All our work is backed by a 5-year guarantee. If the finish doesn’t hold up or the texture match isn’t invisible, we’ll come back and make it right at no additional cost.