Texas Pro Remodeling removes popcorn ceilings for Dallas homes and leaves them smooth, bright, and ready to paint. We scrape the old acoustic texture, repair and skim coat the ceiling, and finish it clean. In older homes, we test for asbestos before any removal starts. If your ceilings feel dated, stained, or dark, this is one of the fastest ways to modernize a room. Call (214) 274-7467 for a free on-site estimate.
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We serve Dallas and the surrounding DFW area. Homeowners call us to remove popcorn texture before painting, before selling, or as part of a remodel. We handle scraping, ceiling repair, skim coating to a smooth finish, and painting, and we keep the work area contained so the mess stays in one room. For homes built before about 1980, we test the ceiling for asbestos first.
We wet-scrape the old texture so it comes off cleanly and with less dust, then move the ceiling on to repair and finishing.
After scraping, ceilings often show seams, nail pops, and rough spots. We repair those and skim coat the surface so the finished ceiling looks flat and even, not patched.
Most homeowners want a fully smooth ceiling. If you prefer a light, updated texture instead, we can apply one that fits the room.
Once the surface is ready, we prime and paint the ceiling so the room feels brighter, cleaner, and finished.
This is the first thing to check, and it matters. Popcorn ceilings installed before about 1980 can contain asbestos, which is safe while undisturbed but harmful once you start scraping. We do not guess. On older homes, we have the ceiling tested by an accredited lab before any removal begins. Asbestos testing usually runs $250 to $850. If the test is negative, we move ahead with removal. If it comes back positive, the removal must be handled by a licensed asbestos abatement contractor with the right containment and disposal, which we help you arrange. Either way, you get a safe, honest path forward instead of the risk of doing it yourself.
Popcorn ceiling removal cost in Dallas depends on the size of the area, the ceiling height, whether the popcorn was painted, how much repair the ceiling needs, and the finish you want afterward. Removal is priced on the ceiling surface area. The ranges below are typical 2026 Dallas prices. Your exact number comes from an on-site estimate.
Service | Typical Dallas range (2026) | Notes |
Scrape and remove popcorn texture | $1 to $3 per sq ft | Basic removal, cleanup, and disposal. |
Removal with skim coat and paint | $2 to $6 per sq ft | Full smooth, paint-ready finish. |
Single room ceiling (about 500 sq ft) | $500 to $3,000 | Depends on finish level and ceiling height. |
Whole home (about 1,500 sq ft of ceiling) | $2,000 to $9,000 | With refinishing and paint. |
Asbestos test (older homes) | $250 to $850 | Accredited lab test before removal. |
Asbestos abatement (if the test is positive) | $5 to $20 per sq ft | Handled by a licensed abatement contractor, not a standard crew. |
High ceilings, painted popcorn, and ceilings that need repair after scraping all add to the price. Homes built before about 1980 should be tested first. We put the scope and price in writing before we start.
Popcorn ceilings rarely fail all at once. Most Dallas homeowners reach out when the texture starts making a room look dated, when the ceiling is yellowed, stained, cracked, or peeling, or when they are getting ready to paint, remodel, or sell. If the ceiling is holding the room back, removal is one of the most noticeable ways to modernize the space.
In-home assessment
We inspect the ceiling, check the age of the home, and arrange asbestos testing if it is needed.
Protection and prep
We cover floors, furniture, vents, and fixtures so the work stays contained and the rest of the home stays clean.
Controlled removal
We wet-scrape the texture with the right method for the ceiling and the scope.
Repair and refinishing
We repair flaws, skim coat, and smooth the ceiling so it is ready for its new finish.
Paint and cleanup
We prime and paint, clean up the debris, and leave the room ready to enjoy.
Popcorn ceiling removal can make a room look cleaner, brighter, and more updated right away. Our Dallas projects show how removing old acoustic texture helps modernize the space and creates a better surface for paint and finishing.
Basic scraping runs about $1 to $3 per square foot. With skim coating and paint for a smooth finish, expect about $2 to $6 per square foot. A single room often lands between $500 and $3,000. Asbestos testing on older homes adds $250 to $850. We give a firm price after an on-site estimate.
If your home was built before about 1980, yes. Popcorn texture from that era can contain asbestos, which is only a risk once it is disturbed. We test first, and if it is positive, a licensed abatement contractor handles the removal.
Yes. Painted popcorn is harder to scrape because paint seals the texture, so it takes more time and sometimes a different method. We check it during the estimate and price it accordingly.
It is one of the messier interior jobs, which is why we protect floors, furniture, vents, and fixtures and keep the work contained. Wet-scraping also cuts down on airborne dust.
A single room is often done in a day or two. Larger homes, painted popcorn, and ceilings that need repair take longer. We give you a timeline up front.
Smooth, bright, and modern once they are skim coated and painted. Removing the texture reflects more light and makes the room feel cleaner and more finished.
You can, but two things make it worth hiring out: the asbestos risk on older homes, and the mess and finish quality. A professional tests first, contains the work, and leaves a smooth painted ceiling.
Often yes. Dated ceilings can make an updated home still feel old. Smooth ceilings are a common expectation for buyers and a low-cost way to modernize before listing.
If your ceilings feel outdated, stained, or hard to improve, removing the popcorn texture makes a real difference. Texas Pro Remodeling scrapes, smooths, and repaints popcorn ceilings for Dallas homes, with asbestos testing on older homes and clean, contained work. Call 214) 274-7467 or request a free on-site estimate.