Popcorn texture removal and new smooth ceilings for Wellington homes, from Binks Forest and Olympia to the equestrian area and Palm Beach Polo.
Wellington is one of the busiest places we do popcorn ceiling removal in western Palm Beach County. The village has a large stock of homes from its early planned-community years. Many still have the original sprayed ceilings, and owners are ready for a change.
Palm Beach Popcorn Removal works on ceilings only. We sample for asbestos, contain the room, remove the texture and finish it smooth or with a light knockdown. Then we paint and clean up before we leave.
Wellington started as a planned community in the 1970s and grew quickly through the 1980s. That timing lines up with the peak years of acoustic ceiling texture. As a result, many original homes and villas from that era have popcorn in bedrooms, hallways and living areas.
Later neighborhoods were built with flatter ceiling finishes. Even so, resale buyers often find mixed ceilings, with texture in some rooms and not others. We can match everything to one consistent finish.
Homes from the early years deserve a test before anyone scrapes. Many ceilings applied before the mid-1980s can contain asbestos. The EPA banned spray-applied asbestos products in the 1970s, but existing stock was still used afterward.
That is why we never guess. A small sample goes to an NVLAP-accredited lab with every quote. If it tests positive, we stop and refer you to a Florida-licensed asbestos abatement contractor. Our asbestos testing for popcorn ceilings page explains each step.
We take ceiling work all over the village, including:
We also serve nearby Royal Palm Beach and Loxahatchee, along with the rest of our Palm Beach County service areas.
Here is how our county-wide pricing breaks down per square foot:
| What you get | Price range |
|---|---|
| Texture scraped off only | $1.50–$2.50 |
| Scraped, skim coated and primed | $3.00–$4.50 |
| Scraped, skim coated and painted | $3.75–$5.50 |
| New knockdown texture | $3.00–$4.75 |
Several Wellington homes have tall entry ceilings or vaulted living rooms. Ceilings of 10–12 ft add about 15%, and vaulted ceilings add about 30%. Painted-over popcorn adds about 25%.
A 12×12 bedroom with skim and paint costs about $550–$800. A 1,500 sq ft home usually comes in around $5,625–$8,250. Open the popcorn ceiling removal cost guide to see how we arrive at those numbers.
The job begins with a free written quote and an asbestos sample. We reply within one business day of your request. Lab results usually take 3–5 business days, and a rush option is available.
On the first work day, we cover floors, tape walls, hang plastic and seal HVAC vents. We mist the ceiling to keep dust down, then scrape. After that we repair, skim coat and sand until the surface is flat.
We wrap up with primer, paint, a HEPA vacuum cleanup and a final walkthrough. A typical bedroom takes 1–2 days. A 1,500 sq ft home often takes 3–5 working days. Our step-by-step process page has more detail.
Many Wellington neighborhoods have a homeowners association. Some set work hours or require contractors to check in at a gate. Polo-area clubs and villa communities may want a certificate of insurance first.
We are licensed and insured and can provide that certificate. Rules vary, so we confirm with your association and the village before starting. If you live in a condo or villa with shared walls, see our condo popcorn ceiling removal page.
Yes. Homes from that decade fall inside the window when acoustic texture often contained asbestos, and existing stock was still used after the 1970s ban. Only a lab test can confirm it. We take the sample during your free quote. The test costs $250 and is credited toward the job if you hire us. Our post on what year popcorn ceilings had asbestos has more background.
Often, yes. Some Wellington homes have knockdown in newer additions and popcorn in older rooms. We can remove the popcorn and apply a knockdown texture that blends with what you have. Matching depends on the existing pattern, so we look at it in person. Another option is to skim everything smooth for a single, consistent look.
Some owners try it, but scraping releases dust and can disturb asbestos if it is present. Containment, testing and a smooth skim finish take practice and equipment. Our guide on DIY vs professional popcorn ceiling removal compares both paths. If you prefer to hand it off, call (561) 000-0000 or get a free quote.
See our popcorn ceiling removal cost guide or how asbestos testing works.
Send a few photos and the rough square footage. We'll come back with a written, itemized price within one business day.
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