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Asbestos Artex Removal in Hook Green, Kent

Artex removal in Hook Green and across Kent: Artex removal, with testing first, with written paperwork.

  • Damaged or cracked coatings
  • Rented flats before redecoration
  • Loft conversions

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Artex removal in Hook Green

Artex removal near Hook Green

According to HSE, textured coating work is normally non-licensed. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work. Typical materials include Artex ceilings, swirl patterns and coated ceiling roses, and typical jobs are textured walls before a refit and structural work through coated ceilings.

In a village like Hook Green, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. You get written paperwork for every job: a report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, for your records.

Where
Hook Green (DA13)
Region
Kent
Covers
Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
You receive
Lab result and consignment note
Price
Written quote for your job
Call
07833 053 749
Last updated
26 October 2026
Waste being bagged by workers in full protective equipment

DIY and asbestos

Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.

A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.

Textured ceilings in Hook Green

Hook Green is about 2 miles south-west of Northfleet, in Kent. In Hook Green, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent. We work right across the region, from Hook Green to London (about 19 miles away).

If your home is one of the older properties in Hook Green, near Church of St Nicholas or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Longfield station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 8 miles of Hook Green; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.

For Artex jobs in DA13, just send the postcode and a few photos. Your property could be on Fred Mead, Barker Fields and Lambert Mews, wherever it is in Hook Green. Nearby, we also cover Southfleet (1 mile north-east), Betsham (1 mile north-west), Northfleet Green (1 mile east), Painters Ash (1 mile north-east) and Springhead (1 mile north). We also cover nearby towns such as Maidstone (14 miles south-east), Dartford (5 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (3 miles north-east), Tonbridge (15 miles south) and Swanley (6 miles west).

A little further out are Bluewater (2.8 miles north-west) and Darent Valley Hospital (3 miles north-west). Open spaces near Hook Green include Sawyers Lake.

  • Nearby schools include Longfield Academy (1.1 miles south-west)
  • Local pubs include Black Lion pub (less than half a mile north-east)
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The process

The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. Parking close by makes the day easier.

  1. Describe the rooms and coatings
  2. We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
  3. We plan the method and quote
  4. We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
  5. We clean up and dispose of the waste legally

Getting ready

  • Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
  • Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
  • Dig out previous surveys

Get a quote

The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.

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Helpful guides

Prices and what affects them

The biggest factors in the price are:

  • Access: height, lofts, steps and space
  • Licensed or non-licensed
  • How many samples are needed
  • Travel and parking

Dealing with asbestos before building work is usually cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.

Helping us quote

The most useful photos are:

  • Labels, if any
  • An idea of size
  • Where we could park
  • A clear close-up

For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.

Limits to be aware of

Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:

  • Untested coatings are tested first, since a negative result changes everything
  • Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
  • We leave the surface ready for your plasterer

If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.

Materials in Hook Green

  • Textured walls
  • Artex ceilings
  • Swirl and stipple patterns
  • Patched or painted coatings
  • Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
  • Coated plasterboard

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Materials we deal with

Painted coatings

We sample through the paint into the coating.

Ceiling roses and cornices

They’re included in the test if they’re coated.

Why people call us in Hook Green

Many trades want a test result first.

Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:

  • Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
  • Walls before tiling
  • Ceilings before downlights go in
  • Landlord refurbishments

For a school such as Sedley's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.

Comparing quotes

  • The documents you’ll receive
  • How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you’ll get a consignment note
  • Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
  • Whether they’re insured for asbestos work

Choosing an asbestos contractor

Responsibilities for owners

If you manage or own a block in Hook Green, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.

Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.

Options to consider in Hook Green

A test before removal can save money: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.

How we work in Hook Green

  • London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
  • Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
  • Clear advice on your options
  • Quotes that spell out the scope

Take a look at how we price jobs or our cost guide.

Common questions in Hook Green

Is the Artex in my Hook Green home asbestos?

Some may, but many coatings do not contain asbestos. Only a test will tell you.

Do you work near Longfield station?

Yes. Longfield station is about 1.2 miles south-west of Hook Green, and we cover both.

How quickly can you come out?

That depends on the work and current bookings. You will get available dates with the quote, and notifiable work needs notifying before it starts.

Does weather affect the work?

That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.

How can I get a price?

Just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.

Can I put asbestos in a skip?

No: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.

Should all asbestos be removed?

No. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.

What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?

Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Don’t try to clean up the debris yourself, and ask for advice.

  • 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

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