Kent · England
Artex Removal for Hoath
Artex removal for properties in Hoath and Kent: removal of textured ceilings and walls, with written paperwork.
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Ceilings before skimming
- Landlord refurbishments
Artex removal near Hoath
How artex removal works in Hoath
For an asbestos coating, the room is sealed, the coating kept wet and nothing sanded or dry-scraped. From damaged or cracked coatings and ceilings coming down, we deal with Artex ceilings, swirl patterns and textured walls and more.
Village homes like those in Hoath have often been altered several times, so coatings may date from earlier work. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we will tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Area
- Hoath (CT3)
- Region
- Kent
- Service
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Options to consider in Hoath
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Always test first. There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Why choose us
- Domestic and commercial work
- Accredited laboratory results
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Work done to the regulations
Limits to be aware of
A few things to be aware of:
- 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
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Materials in Hoath
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
What affects the price in Hoath
The cost depends on:
- How many samples are needed
- How easy it is to reach
- Parking and access charges
- What the material is and its state
Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Photos that help
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Cracks or breaks
- A clear close-up
- Where we could park
- Visible markings
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we will reply with a quote.
Places near Hoath
For landlords, agents and businesses
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Hoath questions
Is the Artex in my Hoath home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Is asbestos common in Hoath homes?
If your home in Hoath was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but only a test can confirm it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Only once you know it’s clear. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not necessarily. Sound material that won’t be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
Hoath properties and textured coatings
Hoath is about 3 miles south-east of Herne Bay, in Kent. In Hoath, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. We work in all 922 towns and villages in Kent.
If you are refurbishing a rental near Herne Bay station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Non-domestic buildings like Hoath Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings. Hoath is within about 4 miles of the coast; indoor work like textured coating removal is not affected by the weather.
Artex jobs anywhere in CT3 start with the postcode and some photos. That could mean a property on Church Road, Marley Lane and Barn Close, wherever it is in Hoath. Nearby, we also cover Maypole (1 mile north), Knave's Ash (1 mile west), Old Tree (1 mile north-east), Millbank (1 mile north) and Hollow Street (1 mile east). We also cover nearby towns such as Canterbury (5 miles south-west), Margate (10 miles east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Ramsgate (11 miles east), Broadstairs (12 miles east) and Whitstable (6 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include St Martins Hospital (4.6 miles south-west). Within reach you will find West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Schools near Hoath include Spires Academy (1.7 miles south-west)
The process
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. Before anything starts, we confirm the areas and materials with you, so there’s no confusion.
- 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
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
- Clear the way to the work area
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
Ask for a quote
For a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Related guides
Doing it yourself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Where asbestos turns up
Textured coatings were popular for decades because they hid cracks and uneven plaster, and some contained a small amount of white asbestos (chrysotile) for strength.
These are some of the things we deal with in Hoath:
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Damaged or cracked coatings
Older homes across Hoath may have coatings added during past renovations.
What your quote should include
- What category of work it is
- VAT, clearly stated
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
Materials we deal with
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, which doesn’t change what’s underneath.
Textured walls
They’re tested and removed in the same way as ceilings.
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note