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Asbestos Artex Removal in Barkingside, Greater London
Worried about asbestos in Barkingside? We provide textured coating testing and removal, explained in plain English.
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Coatings damaged by DIY
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Artex in Barkingside homes
Barkingside is about 3 miles south-east of Woodford, in Greater London. Anywhere in Barkingside, just send the postcode, and we will quote. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. We work right across the region, from Barkingside to London (10 miles away).
For a school such as Avanti Court Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Seven Kings station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
We carry out Artex jobs all over IG6, IG2 and IG5. Streets in the area include Bute Road, Duke Road and Oaks Lane, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Neighbouring places we cover include Newbury Park (1 mile south), Gants Hill (1 mile south-west), Seven Kings (1 mile south-east) and Redbridge (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover London (10 miles south-west), City of Westminster (11 miles south-west), Marylebone (11 miles south-west), Kensington (14 miles south-west), St Pancras (10 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles south-west).
Barkingside is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Other landmarks nearby include Waltham Holy Cross Urban District (1.2 miles north-east) and King George Hospital (1.2 miles east). Within reach you will find Hollow Pond and Hainault Lodge.
- Schools near Barkingside include Ilford County High School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The New Fairlop Oak pub (0.6 miles north)
How artex removal works in Barkingside
Textured coatings like Artex were used on ceilings and walls for decades, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. From flaking textured ceilings and landlord refurbishments, we cover coated ceiling roses, textured walls and Artex ceilings and more.
In flats and houses around Barkingside, textured ceilings often turn up during renovation, sometimes hidden under later layers of paint. Clear answers come first: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Where
- Barkingside (IG6, IG2, IG5)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What we deal with in Barkingside
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, so they may start to flake.
These come up again and again:
- Textured walls before a refit
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Loft conversions
- Coatings damaged by DIY
If your home is one of the older properties in Barkingside, near Children's Church And Lych Gate At Barnardo's or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Comparing quotes
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- The scope of the job, in writing
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A closer look at the materials
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, which does not change what’s underneath.
Textured walls
Walls can have textured coatings too.
FAQs for Barkingside
Do you work in Barkingside despite London parking restrictions?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Is asbestos common in Barkingside homes?
Any home in Barkingside built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but only a test can confirm it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
Typically you can use other rooms: the room being worked on is sealed off and kept clear.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We will identify it and advise on removal.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Does weather affect the work?
It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Step by step
We start by sealing and protecting the room, and keep the coating damp as we work. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that is what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking and access
- Ensure we can get to the area
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
Getting a price
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
Helpful guides
What affects the price in Barkingside
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- Travel and parking
- What the material is and its state
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Waste quantity and disposal
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Sending photos
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- The parking area
- Cracks or breaks
- A close-up from a safe distance
- How we’d reach it
Send us the address in Barkingside, a description and some photos: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we’ll reply with a quote.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Doing it yourself?
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
The scope of Artex removal
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
- Other materials may need their own approach
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Materials in Barkingside
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
What happens next
Note which other rooms have coatings, so future work is planned properly.
Once we are done:
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- File the test result and waste note
- Test every different coating
- Keep pets out of the work area
Don’ts
Test before the builders arrive.
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note