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Artex Removal for Aldington
Artex removal in Aldington and across Kent: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Landlord refurbishments
Need Artex removal in Aldington?
Artex removal for Aldington properties
Covering an intact coating is one option, but the asbestos is still there and should be recorded for future work. Whether it’s coatings scraped during DIY and rented flats before redecoration, we deal with coated plasterboard, swirl patterns and Artex ceilings and more.
In a village like Aldington, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. You get written paperwork for every job: a report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, for your records.
- Location
- Aldington (TN25)
- Region
- Kent
- Service
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Responsibilities for owners
If you manage or own a block in Aldington, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
The scope of Artex removal
A few things to be aware of:
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
What it might be made of
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Weighing up your options
Strip the coating or take the boards down? Stripping keeps the ceiling; taking boards down whole can be quicker and cleaner in some rooms. There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why us?
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Reports and results you can share
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
Places near Aldington
Other services in Aldington
Looking after things afterwards
Covered coatings should be recorded.
To avoid problems in future:
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Keep the results and paperwork
Things not to do
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Aldington
Older coatings are often painted over many times, so age is hard to judge.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Typical situations are:
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Ceilings before skimming
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Rented flats before redecoration
In older homes in Aldington, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
What your quote should include
- How fibres will be kept down
- The documents you’ll receive
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you’ll get a consignment note
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
Aldington properties and textured coatings
Aldington is about 5 miles south-east of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in Aldington, just send the postcode, and we will quote. We work in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Aldington to Canterbury (about 14 miles away).
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Ham Street station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Non-domestic buildings like Aldington Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings. Aldington is within about 7 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of the TN25 postcode area. Your property could be on Earlsfield, Walnut Ridge and Badgers Close or the roads around them. If your property is just outside Aldington, we also cover Clap Hill (1 mile north-west), Stonestreet Green (1 mile north), Bonnington (1 mile south-west), Postling Green (1 mile south-east) and Aldington Frith (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (5 miles north-west), Canterbury (14 miles north-east), Folkestone (10 miles east), Hythe (6 miles east), Preston (15 miles north) and Hawkinge (10 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Lympne Castle (3.8 miles east) and William Harvey Hospital (3.6 miles north). Within reach you’ll find Hatch Park.
- Local pubs include Walnut Tree Inn (within half a mile east)
Should you do it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Aldington questions
Could my house in Aldington contain asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do textured ceilings in Aldington homes contain asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
What does it cost to remove Artex?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Keep people away from damaged material and do not clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. Keep a record and check its condition.
How it works
We start by sealing and protecting the room, and keep the coating damp as we work. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.
- Get in touch with photos
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Getting ready
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
Ask for a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Helpful guides
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site