Round Rock Drywall Repair Pros
Popcorn Ceiling Removal & Re-Texture in Round Rock, TX
Popcorn ceiling removal and re-texture in Round Rock, TX with scrape, skim coat, and smooth or knockdown finish options. Free estimates.
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Popcorn ceilings had their moment, and that moment ended decades ago. If you've got one staring back at you every time you look up, Round Rock Drywall Repair Pros can take it down and leave you with a clean, modern ceiling finish.
This isn't just scraping texture off, it's a full ceiling job. Once the popcorn comes off, we're often dealing with imperfections in the drywall underneath that need patching before any new texture or paint goes on. Older homes near downtown Round Rock and Georgetown built before the 1990s texture shift are the ones we see this on most.
What's included
What's Included
- Wet-scrape removal — of the existing popcorn texture across the full ceiling
- Skim coating — to smooth out imperfections revealed once the texture is gone
- New texture application — in knockdown, orange peel, or smooth finish, your choice
- Paint-ready finish — once texture has fully cured
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Removal Process
- Prep and cover — furniture and flooring protected before scraping starts
- Wet-scrape texture — water applied to soften popcorn before removal
- Patch imperfections — skim coat over gouges or uneven spots
- Sand smooth — leveled surface ready for new texture
- Apply new texture — knockdown, orange peel, or smooth per your preference
- Prime and paint-ready — final coat prepped for your ceiling paint
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Materials
Skim coat compound
thin-set joint compound applied in wide passes to smooth the ceiling surface after scraping.
Knockdown texture spray
matches the wall texture style common across newer Round Rock subdivisions if you want ceiling and walls to feel consistent.
Smooth finish compound
a fully sanded, texture-free option popular in modern remodels.
Ceiling-grade primer
formulated to handle overhead application and hide any patch work underneath.
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Popcorn Removal Cost
Ceiling condition affects price more than square footage alone. A free estimate after we see the ceiling gives you a real number.
| Project type | Typical range | What’s included |
|---|---|---|
| Small room (bedroom-sized) | $400–$800 | scrape, skim coat, re-texture |
| Medium room (living area) | $800–$1,400 | larger surface, more patch work typical |
| Whole-home removal | $2,000–$5,000+ | multiple rooms bundled together |
| Smooth finish upgrade | $200–$500 | add — extra sanding and coats for a texture-free look |
These are typical local ballparks — final cost depends on scope, materials, and site conditions. A free estimate gives you an accurate, itemized number for your home.
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Timeline
This is a multi-day job per room once you factor in scrape, dry time, texture, and paint prep.
- 01
Prep and scrape
1 dayper room
- 02
Skim coat and dry
1 day - 03
Texture application and dry
1–2 days - 04
Paint-ready finish
after final coat cures
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Permits
Homes built before 1980 sometimes used texture containing asbestos. We recommend testing before removal on older homes near downtown Round Rock or Georgetown, and this isn't something to DIY if asbestos is a possibility.
| Typically needs a permit | Often no permit |
|---|---|
| None for standard removal ; special handling may apply if testing confirms asbestos in pre-1980s texture | Standard popcorn ceiling scrape and re-texture |
| — | Skim coating and smooth finish application |
| — | Ceiling texture matching after removal |
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DIY vs Pro
| DIY | Hire a pro |
|---|---|
| Small closet ceilings where cosmetic imperfections won't bother you | DIY scraping is messy and easily gouges the drywall underneath, adding repair work you didn't plan for |
| Homes confirmed newer than the mid-1980s with no asbestos concern | Older homes should be tested before any scraping begins |
| — | Re-texturing an entire ceiling evenly takes equipment most homeowners don't own |
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Before & After
Before 
After
When to call
When to Call
- Older homes near downtown Georgetown or Round Rock with original popcorn ceilings
- Water stains showing through the texture, which usually means damage underneath too
- Planning a remodel and want a modern ceiling finish
- Popcorn texture that's cracking or flaking on its own
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Popcorn Ceiling FAQs
How much does popcorn ceiling removal cost?
A single bedroom-sized room typically runs $400 to $800. Larger rooms or whole-home removal can run $2,000 or more depending on square footage and ceiling condition.
Do older homes need asbestos testing before popcorn removal?
Homes built before 1980 sometimes have asbestos in the original texture, so testing beforehand is recommended, especially for older properties near downtown Georgetown or Round Rock.
Can you match my walls' knockdown texture on the ceiling?
We can apply knockdown, orange peel, or a smooth texture-free finish to the ceiling depending on what look you want.
Is popcorn ceiling removal messy?
It can be, which is why we protect flooring and furniture before starting. Wet-scraping keeps dust down compared to dry sanding methods.
How long does popcorn ceiling removal take for a whole house?
Whole-home removal typically spans several days to a week or more depending on the number of rooms and how much patching the ceiling needs underneath.
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