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Artex Removal in Duckett's Green
Found something that might be asbestos in Duckett's Green? Our service covers removal of textured ceilings and walls, with clear advice at each step.
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Textured walls before a refit
Artex removal near Duckett's Green
How artex removal works in Duckett's Green
Removing an asbestos textured coating means sealing off the room, keeping the coating wet and never sanding or scraping it dry. Typical jobs include ceilings coming down and coatings scraped during DIY, including swirl patterns, Artex ceilings and stipple finishes.
Ceilings in Duckett's Green conversions can have more than one coating, so each may need testing. We only recommend work that is needed.
- Area
- Duckett's Green (N15, N22, N8)
- County
- Greater London
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Artex removal around Duckett's Green
Duckett's Green is about 3 miles north of Highbury, in Greater London. In Duckett's Green, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Duckett's Green is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work. Our area stretches from Duckett's Green to London (about 6 miles away).
In older homes in Duckett's Green, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Hornsey station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
We cover Artex jobs across N15, N22 and N8. Streets in the area include Bury Road, Mark Road and Frome Road, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Being close to the A1080, Duckett's Green is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include West Green (1 mile south-east), Harringay (1 mile south), St Ann's (1 mile south-east), Broadwater Farm (1 mile north-east) and Tottenham Green (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also work in London (6 miles south), City of Westminster (6 miles south-west), Marylebone (5 miles south-west), Kensington (8 miles south-west), St Pancras (4 miles south) and Shoreditch (4 miles south).
As a London location, Duckett's Green is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
A little further out are The Mall Wood Green (0.6 miles north-west) and Markfield Beam Engine and Museum (1.6 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Hollow Pond and Railway Fields.
- Local schools include Park View School (within half a mile east) and Moselle Upper School (under half a mile east)
- Pubs nearby include The Queens Head pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Tottenham (1.1 miles east)
What happens next
File the result and the paperwork.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- File the test result and waste note
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Book your plasterer after removal
Don’ts
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Prices and what affects them
We base our quote on:
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How many samples are needed
- Material and condition
- Parking and access charges
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Photos that help
When you send photos, these help most:
- An idea of size
- The access route
- A picture of the whole area
- The parking area
Photos from a safe distance help: send them through our contact page.
Doing it yourself?
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
What we do and do not cover
Before you book, note that:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before you book.
Materials we see
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
What happens
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked. When we are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- We sample each different coating for testing
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Mention any damage before we arrive
How to get a quote
You’ll get a written quote. Just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 with the details.
Related guides
Materials we deal with
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Places near Duckett's Green
What else we do in Duckett's Green
Your options compared
Skimming over Artex avoids disturbing it, but do not 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 us?
- Domestic and commercial work
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Across London and the South East
Take a look at how we quote and published price ranges.
Typical Artex jobs in Duckett's Green
Older coatings are often painted over many times, which can make them look newer than they are.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Loft conversions
For a school such as St John Vianney RC Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
What your quote should include
- The method and controls
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
Duckett's Green questions
Do you work in Duckett's Green despite London parking restrictions?
We do. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Is the Artex in my Duckett's Green home asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings do not contain asbestos. Only a test will tell you.
Do you work in Duckett's Green?
Yes, Duckett's Green is in our area. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Looking won’t tell you. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
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, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
HSE’s code of practice says it will not normally be licensable. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site