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Artex Removal in Harringay
Artex removal in Harringay and across Greater London: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings, with written paperwork.
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Loft conversions and extensions
Need Artex removal in Harringay?
How it works
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, never sanded or scraped dry. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- We sample each different coating for testing
- We go through the options and send a quote
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
Ask for a quote
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we will advise.
Helpful guides
About our artex removal in Harringay
A textured ceiling in good condition is low risk if it’s left alone. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through, which is why testing first matters in Harringay. Common materials are swirl patterns, coated plasterboard and stipple finishes, and people typically contact us about ceilings due to be knocked through or removed and loft conversions and extensions.
In London conversions like those in Harringay, one ceiling may have several coatings from different decades, so we test each coating. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so there are no surprises.
- Where
- Harringay (N4, N15, N8)
- Region
- Greater London
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY and asbestos
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
What’s included, and what is not
Worth knowing before booking:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials we see
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Prices and what affects them
Every quote reflects:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- What the material is and its state
- Location, parking and any London charges
- The size of the job
A price that looks too good to be true often is: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Photos that help
To help us quote quickly, send:
- A photo of the whole area
- An idea of size
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Street parking nearby
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
Afterwards
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with a consignment note.
After we’ve finished:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Test every different coating
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
Don’ts
Do not use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Don’t sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
What we deal with in Harringay
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, which can make them crumble.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Ceilings before skimming
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Ceilings coming down
- Ceilings before downlights go in
Non-domestic buildings like South Harringay Infant School should already have records of any textured coatings.
What your quote should include
- What paperwork you get
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- If the price includes VAT
Questions from Harringay
Do textured ceilings in Harringay homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do you cover Harringay and the area around Harringay Green Lanes station?
Yes. Harringay Green Lanes station is close to the centre of Harringay, and we cover the whole area.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area in the job.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Either can work: the right choice depends on the room. We’ll recommend one for each room.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Make the area safe first: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then get in touch and we’ll advise.
A closer look at the materials
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
Coated plasterboard
The coating sits on plasterboard or plaster. Removing the boards can be an option.
Harringay properties and textured coatings
Harringay is about 2 miles north-west of West Hackney, in Greater London. In Harringay, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. We work in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 6 miles away.
Older homes across Harringay may have coatings added during past renovations. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Harringay Green Lanes station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
We carry out Artex jobs all over the N4, N15 and N8 postcode area. That could mean a property on Elyne Road, Denton Road and Warham Road or the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Duckett's Green (1 mile north), West Green (1 mile north-east), St Ann's (1 mile east), Manor House (1 mile south) and Seven Sisters (1 mile east). We also cover nearby towns such as London (6 miles south), City of Westminster (5 miles south-west), Marylebone (5 miles south-west), Kensington (7 miles south-west), St Pancras (4 miles south) and Shoreditch (4 miles south).
Harringay 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.
Nearby you’ll also find Markfield Beam Engine and Museum (1.6 miles east) and City of London Maternity Hospital (1.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Harringay include Railway Fields and Highgate Hill.
- Local schools include Park View School (0.5 miles north-east) and Moselle Upper School (0.6 miles north-east)
- Local churches include Church of St Andrew (1.1 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Salisbury pub (within half a mile north)
- Local facilities include Hornsey (0.9 miles west)
Which option is right?
A test before removal can save money: a clear result means normal methods. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Why us?
- No removal until we know what it is
- Covering London and the South East
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Houses, flats and business premises
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
Towns and villages near Harringay
What else we do in Harringay
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note