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Asbestos Artex Removal in Brompton, Greater London
Artex removal across Brompton and nearby, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Planned to HSE guidance, with written results and paperwork.
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Landlord refurbishments
Artex removal near Brompton
Artex removal near Brompton
HSE’s code of practice says work on textured coatings will not normally be licensable. Bigger jobs using steam or gel must be notified before they start. Typical materials include swirl patterns, stipple finishes and coated plasterboard, and people generally contact us about ceilings due for plastering or skimming and ceilings due to be knocked through or removed.
Textured ceilings are a common find in renovations in areas like Brompton, often painted over many times. Nothing is added to the job that you don’t need, and we will say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Where
- Brompton (SW3, SW7, SW1X)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
The scope of Artex removal
The usual limits are:
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before booking.
What we deal with
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
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.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Your questions about Artex removal in Brompton
Do textured ceilings in Brompton homes contain asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Only a test will tell you.
Do you work near London Victoria station?
Yes. London Victoria station is about 0.8 miles east of Brompton, and we cover both.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
You can often stay in the rest of the house: the room being worked on is sealed off and kept clear.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
What does it cost to remove Artex?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily, as many don’t. A test will tell you.
Do you work on commercial premises?
We do, alongside homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Don’t try to clean up the debris yourself, and ask for advice.
Materials, one by one
Coated plasterboard
Coatings are applied over plasterboard or plaster. Sometimes it’s simpler to remove the boards whole.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
More for properties in Brompton
For landlords, agents and businesses
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
How we work
Our team wears protective equipment, and the room stays closed. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- We plan the method and quote
- We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
- The waste is bagged, the room cleaned and the waste taken to a permitted site
Preparing for the visit
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Let us know where we can park
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Ask for a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Helpful guides
Artex removal around Brompton
Brompton is about 1 mile south of City of Westminster, in Greater London. Brompton 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.
If you are refurbishing a rental near London Victoria station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Older homes across Brompton may have coatings added during past renovations.
This part of Greater London takes in SW3, SW7 and SW1X. From West Road, Hans Road and Eaton Lane or a nearby road, the process is the same. Brompton is on the A315 and A3212, so it’s easy for us to reach. If your property is just outside Brompton, we also cover Chelsea (1 mile south), Belgravia (1 mile north-east), South Kensington (1 mile south-west), Victoria (1 mile east) and Little Chelsea (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also work in London (3 miles east), St Pancras (3 miles north-east), Shoreditch (4 miles north-east), Walthamstow (9 miles north-east), Hoxton (4 miles north-east) and Whitechapel (4 miles east).
Brompton 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.
Well-known places in the area include Baynard's Castle (3 miles east) and Berkshire & Westminster Dragoons Museum (under half a mile south-east). Open spaces near Brompton include Greville Place nature reserve and Serpentine.
- Schools near Brompton include St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (less than half a mile south-east) and St Thomas More RC Language College (within half a mile south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Shuckburgh Arms (within half a mile south-west)
- Local facilities include Natural History Museum Library and Archives (0.5 miles west) and Westminster St Margaret and St John (1.4 miles east)
How we price Artex removal
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The category of work
- How many samples are needed
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
What to photograph
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Visible markings
- How we’d reach it
- Damaged areas
- An overall view
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Your options compared
Skimming over Artex avoids disturbing it, but don’t sand it smooth first, and it remains in place. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Why choose us
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Identify first, remove only when needed
See how we price jobs or the cost guide.
Where asbestos turns up
Textured coatings continued to be made after asbestos was taken out of them, so a textured ceiling isn’t automatically asbestos.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Typical situations are:
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings before plastering
Non-domestic buildings like Hellenic College of London should already have records of any textured coatings.
Comparing quotes
- VAT, clearly stated
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- What category of work it is
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site