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Artex Removal in Arkley
Artex removal in Arkley: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings. Send us photos and we’ll tell you what you need.
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Ceilings before skimming
Need Artex removal in Arkley?
The process
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly before the seals come down. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We carry out the removal
- We dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Get a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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How artex removal works in Arkley
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Arkley, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. From textured walls before a refit and rented flats before redecoration, we cover coated ceiling roses, textured walls and swirl patterns and more.
Ceilings in Arkley conversions can have more than one coating, so we test each coating. Paperwork is part of every job, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Location
- Arkley (EN5, NW7)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Typical Artex jobs in Arkley
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some included a little chrysotile.
Asbestos can be in plenty of places in buildings from before 2000. Typical situations are:
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
Non-domestic buildings like Whitings Hill Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings.
Comparing quotes
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- What isn’t included
- The scope of the job, in writing
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
Landlords, managing agents and employers
If you manage or own a block in Arkley, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Arkley properties and textured coatings
Arkley is about 2 miles west of Barnet, in Greater London. Arkley is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Arkley to London (about 12 miles away).
For rented flats close to Elstree & Borehamwood station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. If your home is one of the older properties in Arkley, near St Peter's Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
For Artex jobs in EN5 and NW7, just send the postcode and a few photos. We can help with Artex jobs on streets such as Well Road, Glebe Lane and Brett Road, wherever it is in Arkley. Arkley sits on or near the A411, so mention parking if the property is on one. Other places close to Arkley we cover include Rowley Green (1 mile north-west), High Barnet (1 mile north-east), Hadley (1 mile north-east), Totteridge (2 miles south-east) and Mill Hill (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also work in London (12 miles south-east), City of Westminster (10 miles south), Marylebone (10 miles south), Kensington (10 miles south), St Pancras (10 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (11 miles south-east).
Arkley is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
A little further out are Hertfordshire Scout Museum (1.9 miles north-west) and Barnet General Hospital (0.7 miles east). The countryside around Arkley includes Glebe Lane Pastures and Darland's Lake.
- Nearby schools include Queen Elizabeth's School (0.9 miles north-east) and Susi Earnshaw Theatre School (1.4 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Arkley pub (0.6 miles north-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Barnet Urban District (1.3 miles east)
Which option is right?
What are the options for Artex? Intact coatings with no work planned can often stay; for smooth ceilings or work through the ceiling, removal is generally best. Dealing with asbestos before building work is normally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why us?
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Accredited laboratory results
Read how we price jobs or the cost guide.
The scope of Artex removal
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Other materials may need their own approach
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Materials in Arkley
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
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After the job
If you’ve covered a coating rather than removed it, record where it is.
Some practical advice:
- Photos help us quote
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Book your plasterer after removal
Things not to do
Test before the builders arrive.
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Doing it yourself?
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
What it costs
What changes the cost:
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The type of material and its condition
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
What to photograph
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- Labels, if any
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Approximate dimensions
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Your questions about Artex removal in Arkley
Do you cover Arkley and the area around Elstree & Borehamwood station?
Yes. Elstree & Borehamwood station is about 2.1 miles west of Arkley, and we cover both.
Do you work in Arkley despite London parking restrictions?
Yes, we work across London. Let us know the parking situation and we’ll plan around it; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Make the area safe first: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
How do I get a quote?
Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Only laboratory analysis of a sample can confirm it.
What if my house is newer?
Homes built after 2000 shouldn’t contain asbestos, as it was banned in 1999.
Do you work in Arkley?
Yes, Arkley is in our area. Send us the postcode for a quote.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- 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