Cost guide
Wallpaper Removal Cost in Gwinnett County: What Changes the Price
Professional wallpaper removal in the US costs about $0.60 to $3 per square foot, with a national average of roughly $800 per project, according to Angi's 2026 data. In Gwinnett County, the price depends most on how many layers there are and whether the old paper was hung on unprimed drywall, which is common in homes built in the 1980s and 1990s.
In short
- Typical bedroom (about 200 sq ft of wall): roughly $120 to $600 for removal alone.
- Steaming costs more than dry stripping: about $1 to $3 versus $0.60 to $1.50 per sq ft.
- Wall repairs after removal can add $150 to $1,000.
- Paper on unprimed drywall is the slowest and riskiest to remove.
Typical cost by room
| Room | Wall area | Removal cost |
|---|---|---|
| Small bathroom | about 50 sq ft | $30–$150 |
| Bedroom | about 200 sq ft | $120–$600 |
| Living room | about 400 sq ft | $240–$1,200 |
| Whole house | 1,000+ sq ft | $600–$3,000+ |
Source: Angi, based on about 1,900 verified projects, updated September 2026. These figures cover removal only, not repairs or new paper.
What changes the price
Type of wallpaper
Strippable papers often peel off dry. Vinyl and multi-layer papers do not let water through, so they must be scored or have the face layer peeled first, which takes longer.
Number of layers
Older homes sometimes have two or three layers. Each one adds time.
Was the wall primed?
Paper hung straight onto bare drywall bonds to the drywall's paper face. Removing it can tear that face, and torn drywall paper bubbles under water-based paint. This is the main reason removal in some 1980s and 1990s Gwinnett homes costs more than expected.
Method
Dry stripping and remover solution are cheaper. Steaming is slower and more expensive, but sometimes the only safe option.
Repairs afterwards
Sealing torn drywall with a shellac or oil-based primer, patching and skim coating usually follow. Nationally, Angi puts post-removal repairs at $150 to $1,000.
Removal plus new wallpaper
If you plan to hang new paper, book removal, repair and installation together. The crew prepares the wall for the new paper in one visit, and you avoid paying twice for setup and protection.
Can you skip removal and paper over it?
Usually not. Old seams, edges and bubbles show through, and the new paste can loosen the old paper. Professionals remove it first in almost every case.
Where we work: neighborhoods and ZIP codes
We remove wallpaper in Grayson, Snellville, Lawrenceville, Duluth, Buford, Johns Creek and Cumming.
Gwinnett County
- 30017 Grayson
- 30096 Duluth
- 30092 Peachtree Corners
- 30071 Norcross
- 30093 Norcross
- 30043 Lawrenceville
- 30045 Lawrenceville
- 30046 Lawrenceville
- 30019 Dacula
- 30052 Loganville
- 30078 Snellville
- 30039 Snellville
- 30518 Buford / Sugar Hill
- 30519 Buford
Alpharetta, Milton and Johns Creek
- 30004 Alpharetta / Milton
- 30005 Alpharetta
- 30009 Alpharetta
- 30022 Alpharetta / Johns Creek
- 30024 Suwanee / Johns Creek
- 30097 Johns Creek / Duluth
Cumming and Forsyth County
- 30040 Cumming
- 30041 Cumming
- 30028 Cumming
Also serving: Buckhead and North Atlanta; Roswell and East Cobb; Woodstock, Canton and Hall County. Not sure we cover your street? Send your ZIP code with a quote request.
About WallPros. WallPros LLC is a wallpaper installation company based in Grayson, Georgia, serving Gwinnett County, North Atlanta, Alpharetta, Roswell, East Cobb, Cumming and the rest of Metro Atlanta for 10 years. We install, remove and prepare walls for homeowners, interior designers and builders.
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FAQ
Common questions
How long does it take to remove wallpaper from a room?
Removal from a typical bedroom usually takes about a day. Repairs and skim coating can add another day, including drying time.
Will removing wallpaper damage my walls?
It can, especially when the paper was hung on unprimed drywall. A careful installer tests first, works slowly and seals any torn areas before painting or re-papering.
Is wallpaper removal messy?
Yes, it is wet work. Floors and furniture should be covered and outlet plates removed before starting.