Popcorn ceilings (also known as stucco ceilings, or acoustic ceilings) were a once highly-popular addition to any new home.  The unique textured look had the benefit over smooth ceilings of being able to hide imperfections easily.  They were also well-liked for their acoustical benefits, as they dampen sound and reduce echoing.  However, up until the last few decades, they were made using asbestos, the fibrous silicate mineral now known to cause lung cancer if inhaled in any quantity.  Although banned from the construction industry in 1989, many homes built before that time still contain asbestos in their popcorn ceilings.  In recent years, popcorn ceilings have used Styrofoam and other paper products to achieve the desired effect.
     The downside of acoustic ceilings is that they are, among other things, difficult to clean properly due to their uneven texture.  This leads to discoloration as dust accumulation occurs over time, leaving you having to put up with a constant eyesore in your home.  Additionally, the texture tends to trap dust mites and airborne germs, exacerbating allergies in residents of the house and leading to chronic poor health.  And should you choose to repaint your ceiling a different color, popcorn can prove difficult to properly coat.  
     Fortunately for you, we have the experience to safely and expediently manage popcorn ceiling removals.  We can do this without causing much damage to the underlying sheetrock; therefore, once we've removed the textured top coat, we can patch up and repaint your existing ceiling as good as new.  Although this project can seem daunting to you at first, trusting it to our capable hands will leave you pleased with the final result, with a minimum of stress incured along the way.