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Artex Removal in Bidborough
Artex removal for Bidborough: Artex removal, with testing first. Send us photos and we will tell you what you need.
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
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Artex removal in Bidborough
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but the asbestos remains and needs recording. Common materials are Artex ceilings, swirl patterns and textured walls, and typical jobs are landlord refurbishments and loft conversions.
In a village like Bidborough, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike, often added during past renovations. If you’re unsure what you need, ask: we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Location
- Bidborough (TN3, TN4)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Duty holders and landlords in Bidborough
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
If you manage or own a block in Bidborough, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Limits to be aware of
The usual limits are:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Common materials
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
Your questions about Artex removal in Bidborough
Do you work near Leigh (Kent) station?
Yes, we cover Bidborough and the area towards Leigh (Kent) station, about 2.1 miles north-west.
How far is Bidborough from London?
Bidborough is about 27 miles from central London, well within our area.
Could my home contain asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Should all asbestos be removed?
No. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings generally are not licensed.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
You can, if it’s intact: covering it leaves it undisturbed. Do not sand it first, and keep a record that it’s there.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
Nearby places to Bidborough
What else we do in Bidborough
Options to consider in Bidborough
Test, leave, cover or remove? Intact coatings with no work planned can often stay; for smooth ceilings or work through the ceiling, removal is typically best. Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
Why us?
- No removal until we know what it is
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Domestic and commercial work
- Clear written quotes
Take a look at our prices page or our cost guide.
Why people call us in Bidborough
Most problems come during renovation: sanding, dry scraping or drilling.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Ceilings before skimming
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Loft conversions and extensions
If you are refurbishing a rental near Leigh (Kent) station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Comparing quotes
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- Whether VAT is included
- What is not included
How we work
If we are taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you before carrying on.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
Ask for a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Related guides
Bidborough properties and textured coatings
Bidborough is about 3 miles north-west of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Properties in Bidborough range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. Bidborough is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. Our nearest city page is Crawley, about 19 miles away.
If your home is one of the older properties in Bidborough, near Parish Church of St Lawrence or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. A school like Southborough CofE Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start.
Wherever your property is in TN3 and TN4, Artex removal is available. From High Street, Rectory Drive and Glebelands or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Close by, we cover Stockland Green (1 mile south), Printstile (1 mile west), Southborough (1 mile south-east), Speldhurst (1 mile south-west) and Lower Haysden (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (8 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (3 miles south-east), Tonbridge (3 miles north-east), Kings Hill (10 miles north-east) and Foley Park (15 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Tonbridge Cottage Hospital (1.7 miles north-east) and Tonbridge Castle (2.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Bidborough include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve and Barden Lake.
- Nearby schools include St Gregory's Catholic School (1.6 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Beehive Public House (0.7 miles south-east)
Doing 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. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
How we price Artex removal
Our quotes take into account:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The size of the job
- The category of work
- The survey scope
Sometimes a test shows removal is not needed, because the material is clear.
Photos that help
For a quick quote, include:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- Cracks or breaks
- A clear close-up
- Where we could park
To get a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
What it might be made of
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, which doesn’t change what’s underneath.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site