Expert Graffiti Removal Services in Downtown Kansas City (2025)

FAQs

How much do people pay for graffiti removal? ›

Graffiti removal usually costs around $1 to $3 per square foot, depending on the area, graffiti painting, and surface material.

The most effective way to remove graffiti from exterior brick is pressure washing, sand blasting, dry ice blasting, or wet blasting – depending on the age and severity of the graffiti application.

A: Yes, starting a graffiti removal business can be a profitable venture. Graffiti is a common issue faced by property owners and municipalities, creating a demand for professional removal services.

Traditional methods to remove graffiti are expensive and time-consuming. They typically involve harsh chemicals, sand-blasting and repainting metal surfaces.

On average, most companies charge a minimum of $200 and up for graffiti removal service calls no matter the job size. After meeting a minimum threshold service call price, typically, companies charge $3.00 per square foot and up for graffiti removal simply because it can be very time-consuming.

Sometimes, wiping the graffiti with penetrating oil such as WD-40 or Three-in-One will remove it. If graffiti remains, try to remove it by rubbing it with steel or bronze wool, or light sandpaper. If graffiti still remains, try power-washing it with a pressure washer.

Turpentine and mineral spirits are good first-try cleaners, although turpentine can remove paint that has hardened slightly. Mineral spirits will dissolve only fresh paint.

Graffiti that has been allowed to sit for a long period of time can be more difficult to remove and may require more aggressive methods. Test the method: Before using any method to remove graffiti, it's a good idea to test it on an inconspicuous area to make sure it doesn't damage the surface.

The National Association of Realtors reports that properties with graffiti are estimated to lose 15% of their value and nearly 25% when the graffiti is profane or hateful in nature. Goodbye Graffiti offers free removals of Hate or Racist graffiti.

How much do graffiti artist charge? ›

The average cost per square foot for murals is $20 to $50. Less detailed paintings by less experienced painters will run at a lower rate than more intricate paintings by experienced muralists. Extremely high-detail projects by in-demand artists can cost as much as $100 per square foot.

Salary. Artists who want to become a graffiti artist should be aware that they may or may not be able to make an acceptable living wage. Generally, only the most talented graffiti artists will make enough money to actually live on, while others will often need to find other employment to supplement their art career.

Your local council is usually responsible for removing graffiti from things like public buildings, monuments, benches and bins.

Graffiti removal can be a nightmare. And removing it can be a strenuous and truly tedious process. You'll need a good detergent, a tough wire brush and some handy rubber gloves, paired with some, often herculean, grit and determination.