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Artex Removal in Heston
Artex removal in Heston and across Greater London: Artex removal, with testing first, with written paperwork.
- Walls before tiling
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Coatings already disturbed
Asbestos help in Heston
Textured ceilings in Heston
Heston is about 2 miles south of Southall, in Greater London. We work across Heston and the surrounding area, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 12 miles away.
Older homes across Heston may have coatings added during past renovations. If you’re refurbishing flats near Southall station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
For Artex jobs in TW5, UB2 and TW3, just send the postcode and a few photos. Whether your property is on Fern Lane, Sutton Road and Eton Avenue or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Heston sits on or near the A3005; tell us about parking if you’re on a main road. Close by, we cover North Hyde (1 mile north), Norwood Green (1 mile north-east), Lampton (1 mile south-east), Hounslow West (1 mile south) and Osterley (1 mile east). We also cover nearby towns such as London (12 miles east), City of Westminster (10 miles east), Marylebone (10 miles east), Kensington (8 miles east), St Pancras (12 miles east) and Shoreditch (13 miles east).
As a London location, Heston is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Nearby you’ll also find Hounslow Hospital (1.2 miles south) and Municipal Borough of Heston and Isleworth (1.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Heston include Northala Fields and Crane Meadows.
- Schools near Heston include Heston Community School (under half a mile east)
- Local pubs include The Plough Public House (0.9 miles north-east)
About our artex removal in Heston
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Heston, 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 rented homes refurbished between tenants and ceilings coming down, involving swirl patterns, textured walls and Artex ceilings.
In flats and houses around Heston, textured ceilings often turn up during renovation, often painted over many times. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we will tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Area
- Heston (TW5, UB2, TW3)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Limits to be aware of
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Materials in Heston
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
How we price Artex removal
Quotes vary because of:
- How much there is
- How many samples are needed
- How easy it is to reach
- The type of material and its condition
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Sending photos
When you send photos, these help most:
- Damaged areas
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- Approximate dimensions
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
How we work
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, then keep the coating wet throughout. Parking close by makes the day easier.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the removal and send a 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
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Tell us about parking and access
How to get a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Related guides
DIY and asbestos
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Materials, one by one
Patched areas
Patch repairs may use a different material from the original coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Questions from Heston
Do textured ceilings in Heston homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Only a test will tell you.
Could my house in Heston contain asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Heston can contain it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
What does it cost to remove Artex?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote once we know what it contains.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need, and any existing asbestos register.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, with the seller’s permission.
Weighing up your options
Skimming over Artex avoids disturbing it, but don’t sand it smooth first, and the asbestos stays in the building. We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why us?
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Reports and results you can share
- Waste paperwork for every removal
See how we price jobs and the cost guide.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
If you’re responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in Heston, you have a duty to manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Places near Heston
Other services in Heston
Where asbestos turns up
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
These come up again and again:
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Coatings already disturbed
Non-domestic buildings like Westbrook Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings.
What your quote should include
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
- Suitable insurance for the work
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- 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
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site