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Artex Removal in Hampstead
Artex removal in Hampstead and across Greater London: textured coating testing and removal, with written paperwork.
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Damaged or cracked coatings
Need Artex removal in Hampstead?
Artex removal in Hampstead
Planning a renovation in Hampstead with textured ceilings? Get them tested before electricians or plasterers start. Typical jobs include damaged or cracked coatings and coatings damaged by DIY, involving Artex ceilings, stipple finishes and coated plasterboard.
In London conversions like those in Hampstead, one ceiling may have several coatings from different decades, so each may need testing. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we will tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Location
- Hampstead (NW3, NW6, NW11, N2)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Should you do it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Hampstead questions
Do textured ceilings in Hampstead homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings do not contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Can you work in Hampstead with London’s parking rules?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
What paperwork will I get?
That depends on the job: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Homes built after 2000 shouldn’t contain asbestos, as it was banned in 1999, though older parts, reused materials or earlier outbuildings can.
How much does Artex removal cost in Hampstead?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote once we know what it contains.
Do I need a test or a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, always.
Limits to be aware of
Before you book, note that:
- Other materials may need their own approach
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
What we deal with
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
Your options compared
Remove the coating, or the whole ceiling? Stripping keeps the ceiling; taking boards down whole can be quicker and cleaner in some rooms. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
What you get
- Records for your files
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
Take a look at how we quote or our cost guide.
The process
If we are taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the method and 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
Before we arrive
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
Ask for a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page to get started.
Helpful guides
What affects the price in Hampstead
The biggest factors in the price are:
- The size of the job
- The survey scope
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Material and condition
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Photos that help
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- A picture of the whole area
- A clear close-up
- Damaged areas
- How we’d reach it
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Responsibilities for owners
If your business premises in Hampstead were built before 2000, you’re likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
After the job
Keep the test result and waste paperwork with your property records.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Keep pets away
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Send photos of the coatings
Things not to do
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Towns and villages near Hampstead
More for properties in Hampstead
Artex removal around Hampstead
Hampstead is about 3 miles north-west of City of Westminster, in Greater London. We cover Hampstead as part of Greater London, for Artex jobs of every size. Hampstead is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
Older homes across Hampstead may have coatings added during past renovations. A school like Fitzjohn's Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start.
Here we cover the NW3, NW6, NW11 and N2 postcode area. Your property could be on Hampstead High Street, New End Square and The Mount Square, wherever it is in Hampstead. Hampstead is on the A1 and A502, which makes it simple to get to. We also carry out Artex jobs in Greenhill (1 mile north-east), West Hampstead (1 mile west), Fortune Green (1 mile west), Vale of Health (1 mile north) and South Hampstead (1 mile south). We also cover nearby towns such as London (5 miles south-east), City of Westminster (3 miles south-east), Marylebone (3 miles south-east), Kensington (4 miles south), St Pancras (3 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (5 miles south-east). Hampstead is one of the larger places we cover in Greater London, with homes, rented property and workplaces of every age.
As a London location, Hampstead is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Other landmarks nearby include New End Hospital (within half a mile north) and O2 Centre (less than half a mile south). Open spaces near Hampstead include Belsize Wood and The Long Water.
- Schools near Hampstead include St Anthony's Preparatory School (within half a mile east) and South Hampstead High School (0.5 miles south)
- Local pubs include King William IV Public House (less than half a mile north-east)
- Local facilities include Frognal and Fitzjohns (under half a mile north-west) and Cecil Sharp House (1.7 miles south-east)
- 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
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site