Medway · England
Artex Removal in Frindsbury
Artex removal in Frindsbury, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Ceilings coming down
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
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Artex removal for Frindsbury properties
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Frindsbury, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. People often contact us about ceilings coming down and landlord refurbishments, including textured walls, stipple finishes and Artex ceilings.
In a smaller place like Frindsbury, textured ceilings often show up when people renovate older family homes. We only recommend work that is needed.
- Location
- Frindsbury (ME2, ME1)
- County
- Medway
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Responsibilities for owners
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Artex removal around Frindsbury
Frindsbury is about 1 mile north-east of Rochester, in Medway. In Frindsbury, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. We cover all 68 towns and villages across Medway. We work right across the region, from Frindsbury to Canterbury (26 miles away).
If you’re refurbishing flats near Strood station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Non-domestic buildings like English Martyrs' Catholic Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings.
Wherever your property is in ME2 and ME1, Artex removal is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your property is on Mill Road, Grove Road and Bowes Road or a nearby road, the process is the same. Frindsbury is on the A289, which makes it simple to get to. For properties just outside Frindsbury, we cover Rochester Riverside (1 mile south), Brompton (1 mile south-east), Chatham Waterfront (1 mile south-east), Luton (2 miles south-east) and Chatham (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also work in Gillingham (4 miles south-east), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Park Wood (5 miles south-east), Lordswood (5 miles south), Twydall (4 miles south-east) and Hoo St Werburgh (3 miles north-east).
A little further out are City of Rochester-upon-Medway (0.6 miles south-west) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (1.4 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Rede Common and Gad's Hill.
- Schools near Frindsbury include Temple School (0.8 miles north-west) and Fort Pitt Grammar School (1.4 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Bell pub (within half a mile north-west)
- Local facilities include Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.2 miles south-east)
Your questions about Artex removal in Frindsbury
How far is Frindsbury from London?
We cover Frindsbury, about 27 miles from central London.
Do textured ceilings in Frindsbury homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings do not contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not before testing. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area in the job.
Can I just skim over it?
It’s an option for an intact coating: skimming or boarding over avoids disturbing it. Don’t sand it first, and keep a record that it’s there.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily: many coatings are asbestos-free. Testing a sample is how you find out.
What does licensed work mean?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
What happens next
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with a consignment note.
After we have finished:
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Keep pets away
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
Things not to do
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Limits to be aware of
What’s in and what’s out:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we see
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
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Choosing the right option
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Test first. Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
How we work in Frindsbury
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Accredited laboratory results
Take a look at our prices page or published price ranges.
Materials, one by one
Patched areas
Different areas may need separate samples.
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
What it costs
The biggest factors in the price are:
- What the material is and its state
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Access to the area
- The size of the job
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
What to photograph
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Where we could park
- A rough size or measurement
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Should you do it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
What happens
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked before the seals come down. While we work, the area stays out of bounds, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
How to prepare
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Dig out previous surveys
- Mention any parking restrictions
How to get a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 with the details.
Related guides
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site