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Asbestos Artex Removal in Blackfriars, Greater London
Looking for Artex removal in Blackfriars? We work across Blackfriars and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Ceilings before plastering
Artex removal near Blackfriars
How we work
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, and keep the coating damp as we work. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so please keep children and pets away.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Before we arrive
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Tell us about parking and access
- Clear the way to the work area
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.
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Artex removal near Blackfriars
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but the asbestos is still there and should be recorded for future work. Whether it’s ceilings before plastering and loft conversions, we cover textured walls, stipple finishes and Artex ceilings.
Textured ceilings are a common find in renovations in places like Blackfriars, often painted over many times. You get written paperwork for every job: a report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, so you have a record.
- Location
- Blackfriars (SE1, EC1M, EC1N)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What’s included, and what isn’t
To be clear about the scope:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- Plastering and making good are usually separate jobs
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we deal with
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
Your questions about Artex removal in Blackfriars
Do you work in Blackfriars despite London parking restrictions?
We do. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Do older homes in Blackfriars have asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Does someone need to be there?
Someone has to let us into all the areas in the job, and it helps if you’re around to answer questions.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then get in touch and we’ll advise.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
Should I take the ceiling down instead?
Both work; it depends on the room. We will explain the options.
Do you cover Blackfriars?
Yes, Blackfriars is in our area. Send us the postcode for a quote.
Do you work in flats?
We do. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
A closer look at the materials
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, but the coating underneath is the same.
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
Textured ceilings in Blackfriars
Blackfriars is about 1 mile north-west of London, in Greater London. Homes, landlords and businesses in Blackfriars contact us for Artex jobs about all kinds of jobs. We work in 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
Non-domestic buildings like Mercers' School should already have records of any textured coatings. If you are refurbishing flats near London Blackfriars station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Here we cover the SE1, EC1M and EC1N postcode area. From Oat Lane, Bear Lane and Shoe Lane or anywhere nearby, we can help. With the A4 and A40 close by, Blackfriars is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also cover Temple (1 mile west), Temple Bar (1 mile west), Bankside (1 mile south-east), Smithfield (1 mile north) and Clare Market (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also work in Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (14 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (3 miles south).
As a London location, Blackfriars is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Other landmarks nearby include St Brides Crypt Museum (less than half a mile north-west) and St Philip's Hospital (0.6 miles west). Open spaces near Blackfriars include Barnsbury Wood and St. James's Park Lake.
- Schools near Blackfriars include London Nautical School (0.5 miles south-west) and St Alban's Church of England Primary School (0.6 miles north-west)
- Local churches include St Mary-at-Hill (0.9 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Black Friar pub (under half a mile south-east)
- Local facilities include Barts Health Archives (less than half a mile north-east) and County of London (0.6 miles east)
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Blackfriars
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Ceilings coming down
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
In older homes in Blackfriars, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
What to look for in a quote
- The documents you’ll receive
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Whether VAT is included
Responsibilities for owners
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Can I do it myself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
How we price Artex removal
Quotes vary because of:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Parking and access charges
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
What to photograph
A few photos can save a site visit:
- A rough size or measurement
- An overall view
- Damaged areas
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Looking after things afterwards
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with a consignment note.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Each different coating needs testing
- Clear the rooms before the work
What to avoid
Test before the builders arrive.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces.
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What else we do in Blackfriars
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site