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Artex Removal in Gomshall
Need Artex removal in Gomshall? We cover Gomshall and the surrounding area, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Ceilings before skimming
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Artex removal near Gomshall
Questions from Gomshall
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Do you cover Gomshall from London?
Gomshall is about 25 miles from central London, well within our area.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
It’s an option for an intact coating: covering it leaves it undisturbed. Never sand it beforehand, and record its location.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Don’t try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Do you work in Gomshall?
We do: Gomshall is within the area we cover in Surrey. Send the postcode and a few photos and we will quote.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area in the job, and to be available for questions.
About our artex removal in Gomshall
Textured coatings like Artex were used on ceilings and walls for decades, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. Typical jobs include ceilings coming down and ceilings before plastering, involving textured walls, swirl patterns and coated ceiling roses.
In a village like Gomshall, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Where
- Gomshall (GU5)
- Area hub
- Surrey
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Which option is right?
You’ll find DIY products for removing Artex, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Test first. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why people choose us
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Identify first, remove only when needed
Read how we price jobs and the cost guide.
Artex removal around Gomshall
Gomshall is about 5 miles west of Dorking, in Surrey. Gomshall is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. We work in 395 places across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Gomshall to Guildford (6 miles away).
If you’re refurbishing flats near Gomshall station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Older homes across Gomshall may have coatings added during past renovations. Parts of the Surrey Hills National Landscape are within about a mile of Gomshall; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of GU5 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Station Road, High View and Queen Street, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Other places close to Gomshall we cover include Shere (1 mile west), Abinger Hammer (1 mile east), Hoe (1 mile south), Albury Heath (1 mile west) and Little London (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also work in Guildford (6 miles west), Woking (9 miles north-west), Camberley (14 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east) and Redhill (12 miles east).
A little further out are Abinger Castle (2.2 miles south-east) and Shere Museum (0.6 miles west). Open spaces near Gomshall include Silent Pool and Combe Bottom.
- Pubs nearby include Black Horse pub (within half a mile east)
Afterwards
We clean the room and dispose of the waste legally, and you get the paperwork.
After we have finished:
- Book your plasterer after removal
- File the test result and waste note
- Keep pets away
- Empty the rooms in advance
Things not to do
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Duty holders and landlords in Gomshall
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
If you manage or own a block in Gomshall, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
Good to know
The usual limits are:
- 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
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials in Gomshall
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Materials, one by one
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Doing it yourself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
How we work
If we’re taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first before carrying on.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- 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
How to prepare
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Let us know where we can park
Getting a price
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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What we deal with in Gomshall
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, so age is hard to judge.
Typical jobs in Gomshall include:
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Structural work through coated ceilings
For a school such as Shere CofE Aided Infant School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
What to look for in a quote
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- What category of work it is
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site