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Asbestos Artex Removal in Headstone, Greater London
Artex removal in Headstone and across Greater London: removal of textured ceilings and walls, with written paperwork.
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
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For businesses and landlords in Headstone
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Artex removal for Headstone properties
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Headstone, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. People often contact us about extensions that cut into ceilings and ceilings before skimming, involving textured walls, coated ceiling roses and swirl patterns.
In London conversions like those in Headstone, one ceiling may have several coatings from different decades, so each may need testing. Paperwork is part of every job, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Area
- Headstone (HA5, HA3, HA2)
- County
- Greater London
- Service
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Towns and villages near Headstone
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Common reasons for Artex jobs in Headstone
Many trades want a test result first.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Ceilings before skimming
- Damaged or cracked coatings
If you’re refurbishing flats near Headstone Lane station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
Before booking anyone
- What isn’t included
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
Your options compared
Testing first can save a lot: a clear result means normal methods. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Why us?
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
Can I do it myself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
Headstone: your questions answered
Do you cover Headstone and the area around Headstone Lane station?
Yes, we cover Headstone, including the streets around Headstone Lane station.
Do you work in Headstone despite London parking restrictions?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily: many textured coatings do not contain asbestos. The only way to know is to test a sample.
Do you work in Headstone?
We do: Headstone is within the area we cover in Greater London. Send the postcode and a few photos and we’ll quote.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
How much does Artex removal cost in Headstone?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, and we quote once the coating has been tested.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
Covering it is an option if it’s intact, but don’t sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No: skips and household bins cannot take asbestos. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
After the job
Covered coatings should be recorded.
After we’ve finished:
- Give us room sizes
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Send photos of the coatings
- Keep pets away
Don’ts
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Textured ceilings in Headstone
Headstone is about 1 mile east of Hatch End, in Greater London. Wherever your property is in Headstone, tell us the postcode and what you need. Headstone is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 14 miles away.
Non-domestic buildings like Pinner Park Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start. If your home is one of the older properties in Headstone, near Hatch End Free Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Here we cover the HA5, HA3 and HA2 postcode area. Your property could be on Anselm Road, Ufford Road and Chantry Road. Neighbouring places we cover include Hatch End (1 mile west), Harrow Weald (1 mile east), South Oxhey (2 miles north-west), Belmont (2 miles east) and Carpenders Park (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover London (14 miles south-east), City of Westminster (11 miles south-east), Marylebone (11 miles south-east), Kensington (10 miles south-east), St Pancras (12 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (13 miles south-east).
As a London location, Headstone is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Nearby you’ll also find Hilfield Castle (3.8 miles north) and Kodak Museum (1 mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Harrow Weald Common and Northala Fields.
- Schools near Headstone include Hatch End High School (under half a mile north-east)
- Local pubs include The Moon & Sixpence pub (0.6 miles north-west)
How we work
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, with no sanding or dry scraping. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We carry out the removal
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Getting ready
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
What it costs
The biggest factors in the price are:
- Travel and parking
- The quantity or area
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Helping us quote
Helpful photos:
- The parking area
- Visible markings
- Cracks or breaks
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
Include any existing survey or test when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page; it helps us quote accurately.
Materials, one by one
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site