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Asbestos Artex Removal in Keston, Greater London
Worried about asbestos in Keston? Our service covers removal of textured ceilings and walls, with clear advice at each step.
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Ceilings before plastering
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Common questions in Keston
Can you work in Keston with London’s parking rules?
We do. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep everyone away and do not clean it up. Then contact us for advice.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
It depends on what we do: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.
How do I get a quote?
Send us the details: the postcode, what you’ve found and where it is. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Artex removal for Keston properties
Sometimes it’s simpler to take the ceiling boards down whole than to strip the coating. We’ll explain which suits your rooms. Typical materials include stipple finishes, Artex ceilings and textured walls, and people typically contact us about coatings damaged by DIY and textured walls before a refit.
Textured ceilings are a common find in renovations in towns and villages like Keston, often painted over many times. Paperwork is part of every job, because buyers, landlords and builders often ask for it.
- Location
- Keston (BR2)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What it costs
What drives the price:
- How much there is
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How much waste there is
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- Approximate dimensions
- The access route
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
Materials, one by one
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
The process
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking and access
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Mention any damage before we arrive
How to get a quote
Send us the address in Keston, a description and some photos: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll reply with a quote.
Helpful guides
Artex removal around Keston
Keston is about 3 miles south of Bromley, in Greater London. We cover Keston as part of Greater London, for Artex jobs of every size. We cover 764 places in Greater London. We work right across the region, from Keston to London (about 11 miles away).
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Hayes (Kent) station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Older homes across Keston may have coatings added during past renovations. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 7 miles of Keston; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
We carry out Artex jobs all over the BR2 postcode area. Whether your property is on Church Road, Greys Park Close and Heathfield Road or a nearby road, the process is the same. If your property is just outside Keston, we also cover Nash (1 mile west), Farthing Street (1 mile south-east), Locksbottom (1 mile north-east), Leaves Green (2 miles south) and Hayes (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover London (11 miles north-west), City of Westminster (13 miles north-west), Marylebone (13 miles north-west), Kensington (14 miles north-west), St Pancras (13 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (12 miles north).
As a London location, Keston is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Nearby you will also find The Mall (3 miles north) and Princess Royal University Hospital (1.1 miles east). The countryside around Keston includes West Kent Golf Course nature reserve and Summer Hill.
- Nearby schools include Ravens Wood School (0.7 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Greyhound pub (less than half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Bromley (2.8 miles north)
What else we do in Keston
Doing it yourself?
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
What we do and don’t cover
What’s in and what’s out:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we deal with
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
Choosing the right option
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Always test first. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Why people choose us
- Work done to the regulations
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Across London and the South East
- Houses, flats and business premises
Take a look at how we price jobs and published price ranges.
Typical Artex jobs in Keston
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 come up again and again:
- Landlord refurbishments
- Textured walls before a refit
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Non-domestic buildings like Keston Church of England Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- The method and controls
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site