Popcorn Ceiling Removal and Refinishing

Popcorn Ceiling Removal and Refinishing in Northridge

We scrape popcorn texture, smooth the ceiling, and refinish it to match your home’s existing look. Northridge homeowners near CSUN walk away with a clean, modern ceiling that looks like the popcorn was never there.

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 damaged by a roof leak and the texture peeled off in sections.
You are selling your single-family home in Northridge and buyers expect smooth, modern ceilings instead of dated popcorn texture.
Your condo near CSUN still has popcorn texture from the 1980s and you want a cleaner, updated look before repainting.

Not a fit if:

Your Options

Professional Popcorn Ceiling Removal vs. DIY Scraping

Homeowners in Northridge typically weigh two paths when they want popcorn texture gone. Understanding the trade-offs helps you decide what makes sense for your single-family home or condo near CSUN.

Professional Removal

Complete texture removal with underlying drywall inspection and repair included
New texture applied and feathered to match adjoining rooms exactly
Paint-ready finish with no lap marks or visible patches
Licensed work backed by a 5-year guarantee on the completed ceiling

DIY Scraping

Manual scraping leaves uneven surfaces and risks gouging the drywall underneath
Texture matching requires separate product sourcing and application skill
Paint usually looks patchy without professional feathering and blending
No guarantee, and mistakes often require hiring a contractor to fix the damage

What We Do

What Popcorn Ceiling Removal and Refinishing Includes

Inspect and Plan

We assess the ceiling condition, check for asbestos-containing material (testing if needed), and confirm the scope of removal and the finish you want after. This step ensures we understand exactly what the job requires before any work begins.

Remove and Prepare

We carefully remove the popcorn texture, protect your floors and furniture, and prep the ceiling surface for its new finish. The work is messy, but we contain it so your home stays clean during the process.

Refinish and Match

We apply your chosen finish (smooth, orange peel, or other texture), sand as needed, prime, and leave the ceiling paint-ready or fully painted. The result blends seamlessly into the rest of your Northridge home and is backed by our 5-year guarantee.

Cost Drivers

The cost of popcorn ceiling removal and refinishing depends on the size of the area, the condition of the underlying drywall, and the texture type you want applied to match your existing walls.

What affects cost most:

Size of ceiling area to be removed and refinished
Condition of drywall underneath the popcorn texture
Texture type that must be matched to adjoining surfaces
Whether water damage or stains need repair before finishing
Height and access requirements for the work area
Paint matching and primer application included

How can we help?

We patch drywall in Northridge homes near CSUN and the Fashion Center with texture matching and a 5-year guarantee that covers everything from doorknob impacts to settlement cracks in Valley suburban construction.

What we do

What we DON'T do

How we work?

Northridge homeowners trust Precision Patch Pros because we understand the neighborhood’s mix of older single-family homes and condos, where settled walls, dated textures, and wear from CSUN-area turnover are common. We deliver invisible repairs backed by a 5-year guarantee, not guesses.

Local Texture Expertise

Northridge homes often carry popcorn ceilings and orange peel walls from decades past. We’ve matched these textures hundreds of times and know exactly how to blend your repair so it vanishes into the existing surface.

Finish-Quality Patching

We treat every hole and crack like a final coat job, not a quick fix. Feathering, texture matching, and paint touch-ups happen in one visit so the repair looks like it never happened.

Licensed and Guaranteed

Precision Patch Pros is licensed (CSLB #830875) and insured with a 5-year guarantee on all work. You get accountability and proof that your repair will hold up and stay invisible.

One-Day Completion

Most popcorn ceiling repairs finish in a single visit. We patch, texture, and touch up the paint before we leave, so your home stays clean and disruption stays minimal.

Clean Worksites

Floors and furniture are protected before we start, and homes are left spotless. You’ll see the finished repair, not the mess that got it done.

5.0/5.0

Based on 41 reviews

Job Stories

We handle popcorn ceiling removal and refinishing jobs across Northridge, from single rooms to whole homes, and we match the new texture to your existing walls so the finish looks seamless.

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.

What does popcorn ceiling removal include?

We scrape the popcorn texture off the ceiling, prep the surface, apply a new smooth or knockdown texture (your choice), and prime it paint-ready. We also protect your floors and furniture before we start and clean up the workspace when we’re done. The 5-year guarantee covers the new finish.

Does popcorn ceiling removal work on Northridge condos near CSUN?

Yes. Northridge condos often have popcorn ceilings from the original build, and we’ve removed them from hundreds of units across the Valley. We match the new texture to adjoining spaces so the ceiling looks consistent, and we leave the unit clean for the next paint or tenant.

How long does a typical popcorn ceiling removal job take?

Most single-room jobs are done in one day. Larger whole-home projects can take two to three days depending on the square footage and whether you’re switching to smooth or textured finish. We’ll give you an exact timeline when we quote the job.

Can I schedule the work around my CSUN class schedule?

Yes. We coordinate timing with your availability. Send us 2-3 pictures and we’ll get back to you with a quote in 10 minutes, and you can pick a start date that fits your schedule.

What affects the cost of popcorn ceiling removal?

Square footage, ceiling height, and whether the popcorn contains asbestos (common in older Northridge homes) all affect pricing. We’ll inspect or test if needed and include those details in your upfront quote. No surprise costs after we start.

Do you give quotes over the phone or do I need an in-person visit?

Send us 2-3 photos of the ceiling and we’ll get back to you with a quote in 10 minutes. If asbestos testing is needed, we’ll note that in the quote and coordinate the inspection timing.

Do I need to move furniture or cover anything before you start?

We protect floors, furniture, and fixtures before work begins. You don’t need to do any prep. If heavy furniture is in the way, we’ll ask you to shift it or we can help move smaller pieces.

How long before I can paint the ceiling after removal?

We prime the ceiling before we leave, so it’s paint-ready the same day if you’re using a contractor. If you’re painting yourself, wait 24 hours for the primer to cure fully. The new texture is cured and stable when we finish.