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Artex Removal for Gunnersbury
Artex removal in Gunnersbury and across Greater London: textured coating testing and removal, with written paperwork.
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Damaged or cracked coatings
Artex removal in Gunnersbury
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Artex removal in Gunnersbury
Not every textured coating contains asbestos. Testing a sample tells you, so your plasterer can carry on if it’s clear. People often contact us about landlord refurbishments and coatings already disturbed, involving swirl patterns, textured walls and Artex ceilings.
In London conversions like those in Gunnersbury, one ceiling may have several coatings from different decades, so each may need testing. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Area
- Gunnersbury (W4, W3, TW8)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What we do and don’t cover
The usual limits are:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
How it works
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, with no sanding or dry scraping. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- We sample each different coating for testing
- 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
Before we arrive
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
Getting a price
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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After we’ve finished in Gunnersbury
File the result and the paperwork.
To avoid problems in future:
- Each different coating needs testing
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Plan around the closed rooms
Avoid these
Do not use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Choosing the right option
Skimming over Artex is an option, but never sand it first, and the asbestos stays in the building. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Why choose us
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Clear advice on your options
- Waste paperwork for every removal
See how we quote or published price ranges.
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What else we do in Gunnersbury
Gunnersbury: your questions answered
Do you work near Gunnersbury station?
Yes. Gunnersbury station is close to the centre of Gunnersbury, and we cover the whole area.
Do older homes in Gunnersbury have asbestos?
If your home in Gunnersbury was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but you can’t tell by looking. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area in the job.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep everyone away and don’t clean it up. Then contact us and we will advise on the next step.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Does weather affect the work?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing covers particular materials, while a survey covers everything in scope. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
How we price Artex removal
Every quote reflects:
- How easy it is to reach
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Disposal costs
- Material and condition
Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Sending photos
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Visible markings
- A rough size or measurement
- Cracks or breaks
Send us the address in Gunnersbury, a description and some photos: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we’ll reply with a quote.
Artex removal around Gunnersbury
Gunnersbury is about 1 mile south of Acton, in Greater London. We cover Gunnersbury as part of Greater London, for Artex jobs of every size. We cover 764 places across Greater London. Our nearest city page is London, about 8 miles away.
For rented flats close to Gunnersbury station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. Non-domestic buildings like Strand-on-the-Green Junior School should already have records of any textured coatings.
Here we cover the W4, W3 and TW8 postcode area. Whether your property is on Kew Road, Kent Road and Power Road or anywhere nearby, we can help. Main roads around Gunnersbury include the A3000, so mention parking if the property is on one. For properties just outside Gunnersbury, we cover Strand-on-the-Green (1 mile south), Kew (1 mile south), Grove Park (1 mile south-east), Chiswick (1 mile east) and Turnham Green (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles east), City of Westminster (6 miles east), Marylebone (6 miles east), Kensington (3 miles east), St Pancras (7 miles east) and Shoreditch (9 miles east).
Gunnersbury is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Well-known places in the area include Livat Hammersmith (2.1 miles east) and Municipal Borough of Acton (1 mile north-east). Open spaces near Gunnersbury include Kew Gardens Lake and Castlebar Hill.
- Schools near Gunnersbury include Ark Acton Academy (0.9 miles north) and Kew College Prep (0.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include Clayton Hotel Chiswick (under half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Library for Iranian Studies (1 mile north)
Should you do it yourself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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