Kent · England
Artex Removal for East Street
Artex removal in East Street, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Need Artex removal in East Street?
About our artex removal in East Street
We remove textured coatings from ceilings, walls, ceiling roses and coated boards, across East Street. Typical jobs include landlord refurbishments and structural work through coated ceilings, including Artex ceilings, textured walls and stipple finishes.
In places like East Street, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes, often added during past renovations. We only recommend work that is needed, and we will say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Location
- East Street (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What’s included, and what isn’t
Some limits to bear in mind:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we deal with
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
Artex in East Street homes
East Street is about 6 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. For Artex jobs in East Street, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 10 miles away.
For rented flats close to Sandwich station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. For a school such as Sandwich Technology School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. East Street is within about 6 miles of the coast, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
For Artex jobs in CT3, just send the postcode and a few photos. If your property is just outside East Street, we also cover Cooper Street (1 mile north), Marshborough (1 mile south), Woodnesborough (1 mile south), Sandwich (2 miles east) and Great Stonar (2 miles east). We also cover nearby towns such as Canterbury (10 miles west), Margate (8 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (15 miles south-west), Ramsgate (6 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (8 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find White Mill (1.1 miles east) and Ramsgate General Hospital (5.7 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Monk's Wall nature reserve.
How we work
We start by sealing and protecting the room, and keep the coating damp as we work. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Getting ready
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Getting a price
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
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Prices and what affects them
The cost depends on:
- The size of the job
- Disposal costs
- How easy it is to reach
- The number of samples or the size of the building
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Photos that help
When you send photos, these help most:
- Visible markings
- Cracks or breaks
- An overall view
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll reply with a quote.
A closer look at the materials
Coated plasterboard
The coating sits on plasterboard or plaster. Removing the boards can be an option.
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
East Street questions
Do you work near Sandwich station?
Yes, we cover East Street and the area towards Sandwich station, about 1.8 miles south-east.
Do you come out to small villages like East Street?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Stop work in that area and keep people out, then have the material identified before anything else happens.
Can you quote from photos?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
Do you work in flats?
We do. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Normally not: HSE’s code of practice says textured coating work is not normally licensable, but larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified first.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
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Which option is right?
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 normally 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.
How we work in East Street
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Domestic and commercial work
- Covering London and the South East
- Records for your files
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Looking after things afterwards
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
A few practical points:
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Photos help us quote
- Empty the rooms in advance
Don’ts
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Where asbestos turns up
Textured coatings were popular for decades because they hid cracks and uneven plaster, and some contained a small amount of white asbestos (chrysotile) for strength.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Textured walls before a refit
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Older homes across East Street may have coatings added during past renovations.
What to look for in a quote
- What paperwork you get
- Any exclusions
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- What category of work it is
Should you do it yourself?
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
- 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
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site