Yes — removing a popcorn ceiling is almost always worth it for resale value, a modern look, and peace of mind, especially in Kitchener-Waterloo homes built before the mid-1980s. We charge $4.50 per square foot all-inclusive for unpainted popcorn ceilings, covering removal, two skim coats, primer, and two coats of paint. Painted ceilings run $6.50/sqft for latex and $7.50/sqft for oil-base finishes, since paint makes scraping slower and messier.

A condo or a few main-floor rooms (400–600 sqft) typically runs $2,000–$4,500. A full 3-bedroom home (900–1,500 sqft of ceiling) generally runs $4,050–$11,250.

Because chrysotile asbestos was commonly mixed into ceiling texture before the mid-1980s, we always recommend testing first. We coordinate asbestos testing at cost, $300–$500, no markup. Under Ontario Regulation 278/05, testing is required before disturbing suspect material, though removal itself isn't legally mandated and the Ontario Building Code doesn't regulate popcorn ceilings. We've handled 500+ homes since 2019, fully insured for $2M with WSIB coverage. Call (519) 729-7394 for a free quote. KW Popcorn Ceiling Removal · Google Reviews