Kent · England
Artex Removal in Gravesend
Any pre-2000 building in Gravesend may contain asbestos. Our artex removal service covers Artex removal, with testing first.
- Walls before tiling
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Ceilings before plastering
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Artex removal near Gravesend
Removing an asbestos textured coating means sealing off the room, keeping the coating wet and never sanding or scraping it dry, with the waste bagged and taken to a permitted site. People often contact us about coatings damaged by leaks and walls before tiling, involving stipple finishes, coated ceiling roses and textured walls.
In Gravesend, textured walls turn up as well as ceilings, and both can be tested. We explain what we find in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Location
- Gravesend (DA12, DA11)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Artex removal around Gravesend
Gravesend is about 9 miles north-west of Gillingham, in Kent. Gravesend is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. Gravesend is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our area stretches from Gravesend to London (21 miles away).
If you’re refurbishing flats near Gravesend station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. For a school such as Whitehill Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start.
This part of Kent takes in DA12 and DA11. Whether your property is on Christ Church Road, Hillside Drive and Laurel Avenue or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Main roads around Gravesend include the A2 and A226, so mention parking if the property is on one. Neighbouring places we cover include Windmill Hill (1 mile north-west), Milton-next-Gravesend (1 mile north-east), Denton (1 mile east), Singlewell or Ifield (1 mile south) and Northfleet (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles south-east), Dartford (7 miles west), Sevenoaks (13 miles south-west), Swanley (9 miles west), Kings Hill (11 miles south) and Foley Park (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Gravesham Museum (0.9 miles north-west) and Stone Castle (4.5 miles west). Open spaces near Gravesend include Sawyers Lake and Gad's Hill.
- Nearby schools include St John's Catholic Comprehensive (within half a mile north-east) and St John's Catholic Comprehensive (less than half a mile north-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Waterloo Public House (0.6 miles north-west)
What it might be made of
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, but the coating underneath is the same.
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
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What happens next
Note which other rooms have coatings, for future work.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Each different coating needs testing
- File the test result and waste note
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Empty the rooms in advance
Avoid these
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Typical Artex jobs in Gravesend
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.
In older properties, we often see:
- Textured walls before a refit
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Ceilings before skimming
In older homes in Gravesend, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- Whether the job needs notifying
- The documents you will receive
The scope of Artex removal
So you know what to expect:
- We need the room cleared
- Other materials may need their own approach
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we see
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
Step by step
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked before the seals come down. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and keeps dust to a minimum.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Clear the way to the work area
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Weighing up your options
What are the options for Artex? Intact coatings with no work planned can often stay; for smooth ceilings or work through the ceiling, removal is generally best. Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
What you get
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Across London and the South East
- Domestic and commercial work
Take a look at how we quote or the cost guide.
Duty holders and landlords in Gravesend
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Gravesend: your questions answered
Do older homes in Gravesend have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Gravesend can contain it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
How far is Gravesend from London?
Gravesend is about 21 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not until it’s been tested. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
The work room is sealed and kept clear. You may be able to use the rest of the house.
How can I get a price?
Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area in the job, and to be available for questions.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
DIY and asbestos
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- 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