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10 Best Popcorn Ceiling Removal Companies in Austin, TX

Popcorn ceiling removal is often part of a larger Austin remodel rather than an isolated maintenance job. If walls are being opened, lighting is changing or the house is being repainted, ceiling work should be sequenced with those tasks so fresh finishes are not cut apart and patched again a week later.

This directory includes both ceiling-focused providers and broader drywall or painting companies with relevant texture-removal experience. Their scopes may differ considerably. when comparing one, decide whether you want the ceiling simply de-textured or fully repaired, smoothed, primed and painted as part of the same contract.

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Ranked provider guide

Top popcorn ceiling removal companies in Austin

Observed Aug 19, 2026

#1 in Austin

Texas Drywall

Ceiling & drywall contractor
4.942 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

Texas Drywall lists popcorn ceiling removal is explicitly offered. The listed service area is Austin.

Service area
Austin
Public location
2213 E 51st St, Austin, TX 78723
Information checked
August 19, 2026

#2 in Austin

The Patch Boys of Greater Austin

Ceiling & drywall contractor
4.9213 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

The Patch Boys of Greater Austin lists explicit popcorn ceiling removal/retexturing. The listed service area is Greater Austin.

Service area
Greater Austin
Public location
Greater Austin, TX
Information checked
August 19, 2026

#3 in Austin

Austin Remediation Group

Popcorn-ceiling specialist
4.957 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

Austin Remediation Group lists asbestos popcorn ceiling abatement/removal capability. The listed service area is Austin.

Service area
Austin
Public location
Austin, TX
Information checked
August 19, 2026

#4 in Austin

Wall Tech

Ceiling & drywall contractor
4.524 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

Wall Tech lists popcorn ceiling removal/finishing. The listed service area is Austin.

Service area
Austin
Public location
10500 Lakeline Mall Dr Unit 5407, Austin, TX 78717
Information checked
August 19, 2026

#5 in Austin

Drywall By Michael Hayes

Ceiling & drywall contractor
5.052 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

Drywall By Michael Hayes lists popcorn ceiling removal. The listed service area is Austin.

Service area
Austin
Public location
Austin, TX 78745
Information checked
August 19, 2026

#6 in Austin

EDM Painting

Ceiling service provider
4.919 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

EDM Painting lists popcorn ceiling removal is offered among painting/finishing services. The listed service area is Austin.

Service area
Austin
Public location
PO Box 19213, Austin, TX 78760
Information checked
August 19, 2026

#7 in Austin

The Patch Boys of West & Central Austin

Ceiling & drywall contractor
4.668 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

The Patch Boys of West & Central Austin lists explicit popcorn ceiling removal/retexturing. The listed service area is Austin.

Service area
Austin
Public location
West / Central Austin, TX
Information checked
August 19, 2026

#8 in Austin

Austin Popcorn Removal Company

Popcorn-ceiling specialist
4.67 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

Austin Popcorn Removal Company lists business is specifically positioned around popcorn ceiling removal. The listed service area is Austin.

Service area
Austin
Public location
2200 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
Information checked
August 19, 2026

#9 in Austin

DGP Painting

Ceiling service provider
4.781 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

DGP Painting lists popcorn ceiling removal. The listed service area is Austin.

Service area
Austin
Public location
207 W St Johns Ave, Austin, TX 78752
Information checked
August 19, 2026

#10 in Austin

Drywall Master

Ceiling & drywall contractor
4.955 reviewsChecked Aug. 19, 2026

Drywall Master lists popcorn ceiling removal. The listed service area is Austin.

Service area
Austin
Public location
Austin, TX 78704
Information checked
August 19, 2026

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Rankings consider publicly documented popcorn-ceiling experience, customer feedback, specialization and service-area relevance. Business information can change, so confirm current services and credentials before hiring.

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Schedule invasive work before the final skim coat

Electrical changes, new recessed lights, removed walls and HVAC modifications can all create ceiling patches. Complete those openings before final smoothing whenever practical. That gives the finisher one continuous surface to work with and reduces the chance of visible repair rings later.

If the project is occupied, ask how rooms will be phased. A contractor may be able to finish one zone at a time instead of turning the entire house into a work area.

A detailed scope makes remodel bids easier to compare

Have contractors separate removal, repair, skim coating, sanding, primer and painting. Ask who handles fixture removal and whether protection of cabinets, flooring and built-ins is included. If the texture has been painted, mention it before the site visit.

Older ceiling material with unknown composition deserves a testing conversation before scraping begins. The remodeling schedule should allow time for that rather than making safety decisions under deadline pressure.

Homeowner questions

Austin popcorn ceiling removal FAQs

Should popcorn ceilings be removed before interior painting?

Usually ceiling removal and repairs should happen first because the process can affect walls and trim. Final wall and ceiling painting can then follow the messy work.

Can ceiling removal happen before new recessed lights are installed?

It can, but the ceiling may need patching again after electrical work. Coordinating the openings before final skim coating often reduces rework.

Is it better to hire one company for drywall and painting?

It can simplify scheduling, but the key is capability rather than the number of trades. Compare the quality standard, scope and responsibility for the finished ceiling.

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