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Asbestos Artex Removal in Abbey Wood, Greater London
Looking for Artex removal in Abbey Wood? We cover Abbey Wood and the surrounding area, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Coatings already disturbed
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Structural work through coated ceilings
Artex removal in Abbey Wood
Textured ceilings in Abbey Wood
Abbey Wood is about 1 mile east of Plumstead, in Greater London. For Artex jobs in Abbey Wood, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. Abbey Wood is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. Our area stretches from Abbey Wood to London (about 9 miles away).
For a school such as Alexander McLeod Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. In older homes in Abbey Wood, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
Anywhere in SE2, SE18 and DA16, we can help with Artex removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Bevan Road, Mcleod Road and Manton Road; we cover every one. With the A206 close by, Abbey Wood is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include West Heath (1 mile south-east), Lessness Heath (2 miles east), Belvedere (2 miles east), Welling (2 miles south) and Crook Log (2 miles south). We also cover nearby towns such as London (9 miles west), City of Westminster (12 miles west), Marylebone (11 miles west), Kensington (14 miles west), St Pancras (10 miles west) and Shoreditch (9 miles west).
As a London location, Abbey Wood is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Well-known places in the area include Gallions Reach Shopping Park (2.1 miles north-west) and Greenwich Castle (4.9 miles west). Open spaces near Abbey Wood include Crossness Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Abbey Wood include St Paul's Academy (0.5 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Plume Of Feathers Public House (0.5 miles west)
- Local facilities include Colyers (2.9 miles east)
Artex removal in Abbey Wood
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Abbey Wood, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. People often contact us about coatings in the way of electrical work and extensions that cut into ceilings, involving textured walls, coated plasterboard and swirl patterns.
Textured ceilings are a common find in renovations in places like Abbey Wood, sometimes hidden under later layers of paint. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so you know where you stand.
- Where
- Abbey Wood (SE2, SE18, DA16)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
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Also in Abbey Wood
What affects the price in Abbey Wood
What drives the price:
- Parking and access charges
- What the material is and its state
- How much there is
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- A clear close-up
- Approximate dimensions
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- Cracks or breaks
You will get a written quote. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 with the details.
DIY and asbestos
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
Why people call us in Abbey Wood
Asbestos-free coatings were also made, so a textured ceiling isn’t automatically asbestos.
People typically contact us about one of these:
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Walls before tiling
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Loft conversions and extensions
For rented flats close to Abbey Wood station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which areas and materials are covered
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Suitable insurance for the work
A closer look at the materials
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, but the coating underneath is the same.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
What happens
If we are taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Describe the rooms and coatings
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the method and quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- The waste is bagged, the room cleaned and the waste taken to a permitted site
Preparing for the visit
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Clear the way to the work area
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
Ask for a quote
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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For businesses and landlords in Abbey Wood
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
Limits to be aware of
Worth knowing before booking:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Materials in Abbey Wood
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Abbey Wood: your questions answered
Could my house in Abbey Wood contain asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work near Abbey Wood station?
Yes. Abbey Wood station is about 0.5 miles north-east of Abbey Wood, and we cover both.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do. Send us the details of the premises.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, we do. We work for landlords, managing agents, employers and contractors as well as homeowners.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
How much does Artex removal cost in Abbey Wood?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote once we know what it contains.
Weighing up your options
A low price may mean shortcuts. Ask about the method and the waste. Doing several things in one visit can help, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
Why choose us
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
See our prices page and our cost guide.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site