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A 1 Ceiling Specialists

Interior Painting, Plaster, Drywall,

About us

A1 Ceiling Specialists was started in 1980 by Larry Forsman. A painting apprentice to his grandfather for over ten years, Larry paid for his education by painting his way thru college. Larry earned his Masters Degree in Business and Marketing from the University of Minnesota. He entered the business world but the type had been cast, and A1 Ceiling Specialists was born. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in all facets of painting, ceiling and wall repair. We are owner operated and Specialize in all things such as, Ceiling Painting, Plaster, Painting Interior, Painting Exterior and Repair

Business highlights

45 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Ceiling repairs. Drywall. Painting. Plastering. Smoke & water damage.

Services we don't offer

Suspended & Drop Ceilings

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%



Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.9166 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
6%
3
1%
2
0%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-25 of 166 reviews

Susan N.
06/2018
1.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Larry put the knockdown on way too thin and left bare spots after we asked to have it put on heavy. He said it would be another $450 to redo it if we have someone else skim coat the ceiling 1st, since that's something he doesn't do. Hired someone else now looks great.
Description of Work: Knockdown ceiling

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
2.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0


Tina H.
10/2017
4.0
plastering, interior painters
  + 0 more
He repaired them all the same day. He was a little "Old" School when it came to communications. We somehow had a miscommunication and he didn't show up the first attempt, but them came through the next time. I would hire him again because his work was good and his price was really good.
Description of Work: We had some water damaged ceilings and a few deep cracks. .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Carrie P.
09/2017
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Great, no problems, very professional and reasonably priced.
Description of Work: water damage on ceiling and trim around patio door painted

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

JEFFREY P.
07/2017
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Went great cannot tell where repair was made. Arrived on time and completed job as per quote, and on time. Would recommend and use again.
Description of Work: Water damage on ceiling in living room, needed area repaired and matched to rest of ceiling. 20 x 20 inch area.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$590

Elaine W.
06/2017
5.0
plastering, interior painters
  + 0 more
Looks great! Ceiling looks like new!
Description of Work: Repaired water damage to popcorn ceiling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Robin B.
06/2017
5.0
drywall, plastering, interior painters
  + 1 more
Great. Larry gave a very clear explanation of what need to be done and provided an estimate before he left. We got three other estimates and his was by far the most reasonable. Unlike the other companies, Larry;s estimate spelled out exactly what was included. When we contacted him to have him do the work, he was able to schedule the work within a week. He was punctual, completed the work in the allotted time, and cleaned up leaving no mess. The quality of his work was excellent. He was very personable and professional.
Description of Work: Living room ceiling had water damage from second floor toilet leak. Also had an area of wall and ceiling in downstairs den that needed to be repaired. Actual work done by a A1: patch and plaster area on living room ceiling; tape, plaster, and sand drywall in den; prime and seal; oil prime/seal and spray paint ceilings in living room and den.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$880

James W.
05/2017
5.0
plastering, interior painters
  + 0 more
Ir went very well. The problem can no longer be seen.
Description of Work: Repair of ceiling to wall joint problem.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

christine P.
05/2017
4.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
fine. Arrived on time and finished within a few hours. Only issue was a broken frame/mirror which was hit by equipment. No offer was made to replace or repair. Other than that accident, I was pleased with service.
Description of Work: spray painted textured bedroom ceiling

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Joel S.
03/2017
5.0
plastering, interior painters
  + 0 more
When I called Larry he was able to come out the next morning to do an estimate. I was happy with the price and he asked if I wanted it done now because he brought all his equipment with him. Larry covered the walls and floor in plastic sheeting in to form a giant bubble and worked in there for a few hours and he was done. Turned out great. Very happy with the workmanship and Larry was very professional. I have future work planned and will definitely reach out to Larry again.
Description of Work: I had an entry way ceiling that needed to be textured in a knock down style.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

ELIZABETH MARY N.
08/2016
4.0
drywall, plastering
  + 0 more
I was pleased with the outcome. The quality of the work was very good. The price was also very good. What I was a little surprised is they brought scaffolding up to the bedroom. A lot of companies for that type of work would have taller employees and stilts. There were two or three of the seams on the bedroom ceiling that I had to do some touch up work on.
Description of Work: They redid a bedroom ceiling for us.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Julie M.
07/2016
5.0
drywall, plastering, interior painters
  + 1 more
Larry came and gave free, written estimate. We ended up repairing numerous places in old popcorn ceiling in very large area ceiling encompassing kitchen, dining, and living rooms, and then priming/painting with light popcorn texture. Came out really fresh and looks so much better than before!!!
Description of Work: Repair popcorn ceiling in several places to get house ready to sell

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$900

Matthew F.
04/2016
1.0
plastering, interior painters
  + 0 more
A1 responded to my inquiry after about 4 days. We scheduled a time for them to stop by the house and see the damage that needed to be repaired. The next day he called back and seemed confused about why he was calling me again but confirmed the appointment. On the day of the appointment he was a no-call no-show. A1 may provide the best workmanship in the world, I can't tell you anything about that. They were highly unprofessional in the quoting process. I cannot recommend working with them.
Description of Work: Scheduled a quote for ceiling repair and painting.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
1.0


RON T.
02/2016
5.0
drywall, plastering
  + 0 more
Larry was great to work with. He and John showed up on time, and they finished in time for me to make a Dr appointment. The ceiling repair came out wonderfully. I had considered doing it myself, but I would never had this good of a result. These guys know what they are doing. They have decades of experience and it shows. Thanks guys - I have a new ceiling!
Description of Work: Repaired ceiling (plumber cutout) and resurfaced and matched a popcorn ceiling in a 14 by 28 foot living room.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$820

Steve L.
07/2015
4.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
They were very personable and punctual. Their service was a mixed bag. They did a great job repairing water damage to the popcorn ceiling in our kitchen. However, they did a fair-to-poor job of repainting the ceiling, which included the informal dining room and the family room because the three rooms share one continuous ceiling. The paint job was streaky - it was very apparent where the went back and forth with their spray gun. I asked them about it and they said it would look fine when it dried, but it didn't. I was remiss in not asking them to re-do it and we lived with it for a year. At that time, we had someone else paint the inside of the house and they re-did the ceiling, at a cost to us of several hundred dollars.
Description of Work: They repaired water damage to our popcorn ceiling and then repainted the entire ceiling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$595

Thomas H.
06/2015
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Initially left email message. We received a phone call in 2 days time and arranged to have them come out and give us an estimate. We had a guesstimate figure in mind and they came in with a similar amount. It was arranged for them to come the next day and do the painting. Larry was on time, had all his own equipment and paint. He had requested a bit of preparation on our part - removing and moving furniture that would be in the way, etc. He covered everything with drop cloths and proceeded with the work. He did a great job, was very professional, and was done in record time. He did 2 smallish rooms (approx. 100 ft sq. each) in about 3-4 hours from start to finish. The ceilings look great. He cleaned up after himself and removed all his equipment. All that was left for us was a quick vaccumming and placing all items removed back in place. We are very happy with the work. We would definitely hire again and highly recommend to anyone needing this type of service.
Description of Work: Painted 2 ceilings

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$320

Charles M.
04/2015
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Their service was prompt and they did a good job. I would recommend them.
Description of Work: I had some painting done by A 1 Ceiling Specialists.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Keith W.
02/2015
5.0
drywall, interior painters
  + 0 more
Larry was very prompt in responding when I requested a quote. His quote was fair and reasonable. When the work was done, he and his partner did a great job of keeping the house clean, and within a few hours, had repaired the damaged patch, repainted the entire ceiling and cleaned up meticulously. He was friendly, prompt and I would definitely use him in the future, and would recommend him to others.
Description of Work: Repaired popcorn ceiling in our bedroom where we had ice dam damage from last years heavy snow.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$425

LaVern E.
01/2015
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Very good. All work was discussed and completed as agreed to. Clean up also was exceptional.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1

LAURA D.
10/2014
5.0
plastering
  + -1 more
The service was fine. They came out and did an estimate and explained everything in detail. They were able to come out and take care of the work within a couple of days of my call. Two guys came out and it took them about two and a half hours to complete the job. I would say they are professional and they do specialize in ceilings. They did a great job and you cannot tell they repaired anything.
Description of Work: They repaired water damage on a textured ceiling, also some top nail holes and re-taped an area on the wall.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Lisa B.
09/2014
5.0
plastering
  + -1 more
They were very nice, did an amazing job. Gave great advice. They were on time and did a better job than promised. Clean up was perfect.
Description of Work: Repaired water dammage from a leaking pipe.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$839

DAN S.
03/2014
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Went very well. Larry was professional. Came out and looked at what needed to be done and provided a quote that seemed fair for the work to be done. I had him out the following week and he repainted the ceiling just as planned. He did a good job of covering the furniture, carpet etc. in the room before painting. The finished product looked as good as new. Was prompt, on-time and communicated well, definitely recommend.
Description of Work: Sealed and repainted ceiling that had some water damage due to an overflowing shower.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Mark & Heather W.
03/2014
1.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Can't answer never contacted me after I sent a request for info.
Description of Work: I sent a request to contact me for info about some repair work needed for ceiling repair. I am guessing work must be so so good they do not even need to follow-up or need this job.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Sheryl K.
08/2013
4.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
Larry was very punctual and professional. He evaluated the area that needed repair. Unfortunately, since the area was a vault ceiling, Larry let me know that the height of the ceiling (14 feet) was an issue and he didn't have the equipment needed to make the repairs.
Description of Work: I needed repair of popcorn ceiling that was damaged from condensation from skylight windows. Larry came and evaluated to provide an estimate.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

MARILYN P.
06/2013
5.0
interior painters
  + -1 more
He came out within a day to provide an estimate and had a cancellation for the next day so he was able to do the work immediately. He did a very quality job. Our ceiling looks like new. We would definitely hire him in the future.
Description of Work: Larry sealed and re-sprayed our ceiling which were water damaged from ice dams last winter.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$285

KAREN L.
05/2013
4.0
drywall, plastering, interior painters
  + 1 more
He did a fairly good job on the ceiling, but left some wires hanging, played loud music, and didn't clean up well.
Description of Work: Repaired a ceiling where we had had water damage.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
5.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$600

Contact information

11481 French Lake Rd, Osseo, MN 55369

www.a1ceiling.com

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Interior Painting,
Plaster,
Drywall,
Electrical,
Cabinet Making,
Water & Smoke Damage

FAQ

A 1 Ceiling Specialists is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
A 1 Ceiling Specialists accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, A 1 Ceiling Specialists offers free project estimates.
No, A 1 Ceiling Specialists does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, A 1 Ceiling Specialists does not offer a senior discount.
No, A 1 Ceiling Specialists does not offer emergency services.
Yes, A 1 Ceiling Specialists offers warranties.
A 1 Ceiling Specialists offers the following services: Ceiling repairs. Drywall. Painting. Plastering. Smoke & water damage.
Suspended & Drop Ceilings

Contact information

11481 French Lake Rd, Osseo, MN 55369

www.a1ceiling.com