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Asbestos Artex Removal in Belgravia, Greater London
Any pre-2000 building in Belgravia may contain asbestos. We offer testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Ceilings before skimming
- Ceilings before downlights go in
Need Artex removal in Belgravia?
Where asbestos turns up
Leaks and DIY can damage coatings, which can make them crumble.
These come up again and again:
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Ceilings coming down
- Coatings already disturbed
- Loft conversions
In older homes in Belgravia, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
What to look for in a quote
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- Any exclusions
- Whether the job needs notifying
How artex removal works in Belgravia
Removing an asbestos textured coating means sealing off the room, keeping the coating wet and never sanding or scraping it dry, with the waste bagged and taken to a permitted site. People often contact us about coatings damaged by leaks and ceilings before downlights go in, involving swirl patterns, textured walls and Artex ceilings.
Textured ceilings are a common find in renovations in towns and villages like Belgravia, often painted over many times. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so there are no surprises.
- Where
- Belgravia (SW3, SW1X, SW1W)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What affects the price in Belgravia
What changes the cost:
- How easy it is to reach
- The category of work
- The survey scope
- Location, parking and any London charges
We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- A rough size or measurement
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- The access route
- Damaged areas
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
How it works
We start by sealing and protecting the room, then keep the coating wet throughout. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next.
- Describe the rooms and coatings
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the method and quote
- We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Dig out previous surveys
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Move things out of the way carefully
Getting a price
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we will recommend the right option.
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Your options compared
What are the options for Artex? If it’s intact and no work will go through it, leaving or covering can make sense; for smooth ceilings or work through the ceiling, removal is typically best. 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.
What you get
- Covering London and the South East
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Accredited laboratory results
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
Belgravia questions
Do you work near London Victoria station?
Yes. London Victoria station is about 0.5 miles south-east of Belgravia, and we cover both.
Can you work in Belgravia with London’s parking rules?
We do. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice; if you are worried about your health, speak to your GP.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Both are options: the right choice depends on the room. We’ll advise room by room.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. For building work, a survey is typically needed.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Only once you know it’s clear. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
After the job
Covered coatings should be recorded.
After we’ve finished:
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Photos help us quote
Avoid these
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
What we do and don’t cover
Some limits to bear in mind:
- We need the room cleared
- Other materials may need their own approach
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Materials in Belgravia
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
Should you do it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
A closer look at the materials
Coated plasterboard
Coatings are applied over plasterboard or plaster. Removing the boards can be an option.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Artex in Belgravia homes
Belgravia is about 1 mile south of City of Westminster, in Greater London. Belgravia is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Belgravia is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work.
For rented flats close to London Victoria station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Non-domestic buildings like Holy Trinity CofE Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
Wherever your property is in SW3, SW1X and SW1W, we can help with Artex removal. From Hans Road, Eaton Lane and Gerald Road or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Belgravia sits on or near the A3214 and A3217, so mention parking if the property is on one. Neighbouring places we cover include Brompton (1 mile south-west), Victoria (1 mile south-east), Chelsea (1 mile south-west), Pimlico (1 mile south-east) and Westminster (1 mile east). We also cover nearby towns such as London (3 miles east), St Pancras (3 miles north-east), Shoreditch (4 miles north-east), Walthamstow (8 miles north-east), Hoxton (4 miles north-east) and Whitechapel (4 miles east).
Belgravia 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.
Nearby you’ll also find Baynard's Castle (2.5 miles east) and London Lock Hospital (within half a mile north-east). The countryside around Belgravia includes Campden Hill and Serpentine.
- Schools near Belgravia include Inchbald School of Design (within half a mile south) and Saint Thomas More Language College (0.5 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find Star Tavern (less than half a mile north-west)
- Local facilities include Natural History Museum Library and Archives (0.9 miles west) and Westminster St Margaret and St John (0.9 miles east)
Towns and villages near Belgravia
More for properties in Belgravia
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note