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Artex Removal for Headcorn
Any pre-2000 building in Headcorn may contain asbestos. Our artex removal service covers testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings before skimming
- Ceilings coming down
Artex removal for Headcorn
Looking after things afterwards
File the result and the paperwork.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Plan around the closed rooms
- File the test result and waste note
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Keep pets out of the work area
Don’ts
Test before the builders arrive.
Don’t drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
How artex removal works in Headcorn
Covering an intact coating is one option, but the asbestos is still there and should be recorded for future work. Common materials are textured walls, swirl patterns and stipple finishes, and typical jobs are coatings damaged by leaks and structural work through coated ceilings.
In places like Headcorn, textured ceilings are a common renovation find. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
- Location
- Headcorn (TN27)
- Area hub
- Kent
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Headcorn: your questions answered
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Is asbestos common in Headcorn homes?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Looking won’t tell you. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
How much does Artex removal cost in Headcorn?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote after testing.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
Can I just skim over it?
Covering it is an option if it’s intact, but don’t sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
Do you cover Headcorn?
Yes, Headcorn is in our area. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
Duty holders and landlords in Headcorn
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
How we price Artex removal
When we quote, we look at:
- Parking and access charges
- Access to the area
- The size of the job
- What the material is and its state
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
What to photograph
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- Cracks or breaks
- An overall view
- The parking area
- Approximate dimensions
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
Typical Artex jobs in Headcorn
Most problems come during renovation: sanding, dry scraping or drilling releases fibres.
In older properties, we often see:
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Ceilings before skimming
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Flaking textured ceilings
If you are refurbishing a rental near Headcorn station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
Questions to ask before booking
- The documents you’ll receive
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
Artex in Headcorn homes
Headcorn is about 8 miles south-east of Maidstone, in Kent. Homes, landlords and businesses in Headcorn contact us for Artex jobs. We cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Headcorn to Canterbury (21 miles away).
In older homes in Headcorn, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. A school like Headcorn Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start. Parts of the High Weald National Landscape are within about 7 miles of Headcorn; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
For Artex jobs in TN27, just send the postcode and a few photos. Local streets include Station Road, High Street and Knight's Way; we cover every one. Neighbouring places we cover include Hearnden Green (1 mile north-west), Southernden (2 miles north-east), Swift's Green (2 miles east), Lashenden (2 miles south) and Smarden Bell (2 miles south-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Maidstone (8 miles north-west), Ashford (11 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (15 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (12 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Sutton Valence Castle (3.2 miles north-west) and Benenden Hospital (5.8 miles south).
- Pubs nearby include The Kings Arms Inn And Shop Adjoining To Right (within half a mile south-west)
Towns and villages near Headcorn
What else we do in Headcorn
What happens
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, never sanded or scraped dry. The work area is kept clear while we’re working.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
How to get a quote
Each job is priced individually. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page to get started.
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Choosing the right option
Very cheap quotes for Artex removal can mean dry scraping or sanding. Ask about the method and the waste. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
How we work in Headcorn
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Domestic and commercial work
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
Materials we deal with
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Patched areas
Different areas may need separate 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site