For decades, popcorn texture hid ceiling imperfections and muffled noise in Seattle’s post-war housing boom. Today, the finish dates a room instantly, traps allergens, and stops natural light from bouncing around. CountBricks specializes in helping homeowners remove popcorn ceiling Seattle-wide with speed, safety, and zero pricing surprises, thanks to our real-time voice-driven estimating platform.
Also called acoustic or cottage cheese texture, popcorn finish is a spray-on joint compound laced with Styrofoam or vermiculite. While it masked framing flaws, it also absorbed dust and, in homes built before 1980, sometimes contained asbestos.
• Increased resale value: Updated ceilings add visual height and modern appeal
• Better indoor air quality: No crevices for dust, pollen, or pet dander
• Brighter interiors: Smooth surfaces reflect more natural and artificial light
• Easier future upgrades: Recessed lighting and smart home sensors install flush
Many tutorials claim popcorn removal is simply a spray bottle, scraper, and weekend away. Real-world Seattle projects tell a different story.
• Labor hours balloon when homeowners discover multiple texture layers or hidden damage
• Containment failures spread damp texture sludge onto flooring and furniture
• Improper disposal risks fines if asbestos is present
• Insurance claims are denied when unlicensed work causes water damage or electrical shorts
CountBricks crews are state-licensed, bonded, and trained to handle every variable—so you never pay twice to fix a do-over.
1. Instant AI estimate: Speak with our app, walk through rooms, and receive a line-item quote in minutes
2. On-site inspection: A CountBricks PM confirms square footage, texture depth, and environmental concerns
3. Safe containment: We erect negative-pressure barriers and HEPA filtration to protect adjacent spaces
4. Precision removal: Crews use damp-scrape or skim-coat techniques tailored to your ceiling material
5. Smooth finish & cleanup: Skim, sand, prime, and paint—followed by white-glove debris removal
• Commercial-grade HEPA vacuums capture 99.97 % of particulates
• Zip-wall containment keeps pets and kids safe
• Daily air-quality readings uploaded to your client portal
Traditional bids can take a week of back-and-forth emails. Our platform generates a full proposal while you walk the house.
• Voice-driven measurements convert to precise square footage instantly
• Live material pricing updates every 15 minutes
• Task lists auto-populate crew calendars for faster scheduling
• One-click conversion sends your estimate straight into a legally binding contract
See it in action at CountBricks.com/services.
Local labor rates, ceiling height, and required permits shape final pricing. Most projects fall between $3.50 and $6.50 per square foot, inclusive of finish paint. Homes built before 1980 require an asbestos test by law; negative results keep costs low, while positive tests add regulated abatement fees. Because CountBricks sources materials directly from regional suppliers, we lock in lower drywall and primer costs even during market spikes, and those savings pass straight to you.
• 0 % same-as-cash for 12 months through CountBricks Pay
• Weekend or evening crews to minimize work-from-home disruptions
• Bundle with recessed lighting install for package discounts
• How long will my ceilings be unusable? Most Seattle bungalows finish in two days per 500 sq ft zone.
• Can I stay home during removal? Yes—our negative-pressure system isolates work zones.
• What if I find water damage? Our drywall division repairs or replaces panels before finishing.
• Do you offer color consultations? A CountBricks designer provides two complimentary paint palettes.
Ready to modernize your home? Contact CountBricks.com/consultation or try our free voice estimator app to receive your popcorn removal quote before the coffee finishes brewing.
When the Sandoval family purchased their 1912 Craftsman in Phinney Ridge, every room carried a popcorn ceiling installed during an ’80s remodel. They needed a clean slate before moving in, but had just three weeks before their existing lease expired.
• 1,400 sq ft of textured ceiling with varied heights up to 11 ft
• Original lathe-and-plaster surfaces hidden beneath texture
• Asbestos test required for two older plumbing chase areas
1. The family used the CountBricks AI voice estimator to capture room dimensions during their final walkthrough. Within 15 minutes they held a detailed quote on their phone.
2. Our project manager scheduled an asbestos test the next morning. Results came back negative, avoiding costly abatement.
3. Three crew members deployed HEPA filtration and zip-wall containment, completing damp-scrape removal over four days. Lathe cracks were re-secured with plaster buttons, then skim-coated for a glass-smooth finish.
4. On day six, ceilings were primed with a vapor-blocking sealant and finished in low-sheen white to maximize daylight.
• Project delivered four days ahead of the client’s move-in deadline
• Final invoice matched the original AI estimate to the cent
• Home’s appraised value increased by $18,000 after ceiling update
• Schedule asbestos sampling early; labs need 24–48 hours for turnaround
• Choose low-sheen paint on older ceilings to reduce visible waves
• Bundle lighting installs while ceilings are open to save on electrician call-outs
See more success stories at CountBricks.com/portfolio, or start your own project by booking a live consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation.
