Popcorn Ceiling Removal
Popcorn ceiling removal - single room cost in Knoxville & Knox County
Estimated range
$450 – $1,200
per room
What this job covers
Mask and protect the room, scrape the acoustic texture, skim and sand to a smooth, paint-ready ceiling.
Why homeowners book it
- Dated finish
- Selling a home
- Water-stained texture
- Remodel
Materials
Masking, compound and sanding included; paint quoted separately.
What can add cost
- • Ceilings over 9 ft
- • Furniture moving
- • Repainting
- • Asbestos testing
License, permit & inspection notes
Texture installed before 1980 may contain asbestos. Have it tested before disturbing it; abatement requires a licensed contractor.
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Prices shift by market across Tennessee. Enter your ZIP for the local range.
How these prices are calculated
Prices are estimated ranges for planning only. They are based on mid-to-high national cost data adjusted for your Tennessee market. Final pricing depends on access, existing conditions, materials chosen, and the scope confirmed on site.
In Tennessee, a contractor's license is required for most projects of $25,000 or more, and a Home Improvement license may be required for projects between $3,000 and $24,999 in counties that have adopted it. Electrical, plumbing, gas, HVAC, and structural work must be performed by the appropriate licensed trade, and many jobs require a permit and inspection from your local codes office.
Cost baseline: HomeGuide - Popcorn Ceiling Removal Cost · reviewed 2026-08-16