Medway · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Kingsnorth, Medway
Worried about asbestos in Kingsnorth? We provide removal of textured ceilings and walls, explained in plain English.
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Rented flats before redecoration
Artex removal near Kingsnorth
Artex removal near Kingsnorth
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through. Typical jobs include loft conversions and extensions and coatings damaged by leaks, including textured walls, stipple finishes and Artex ceilings.
In towns and villages like Kingsnorth, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes, often added during past renovations. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Where
- Kingsnorth (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Kingsnorth: your questions answered
Do textured ceilings in Kingsnorth homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings do not contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do you cover Kingsnorth from London?
We cover Kingsnorth, about 30 miles from central London.
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.
Could my home contain asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: close it off and don’t clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do, alongside homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Do I need a test or a survey?
Testing covers particular materials, while a survey covers everything in scope. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
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What it costs
We base our quote on:
- Access to the area
- Travel and parking
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- What the material is and its state
Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
Sending photos
A few photos can save a site visit:
- A close-up from a safe distance
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Damaged areas
- Street parking nearby
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
For landlords, agents and businesses
For managing agents and freeholders in Kingsnorth, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades, and condition checked regularly.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
Should you do it yourself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
What happens
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, with no sanding or dry scraping. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and keeps dust to a minimum.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- We plan the method and quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- The waste is bagged, the room cleaned and the waste taken to a permitted site
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Clear the way to the work area
- Keep children and pets away on the day
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
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Options to consider in Kingsnorth
Skimming over Artex is an option, but never sand it first, and it remains in place. There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Why people choose us
- Work done to the regulations
- No removal until we know what it is
- Reports and results you can share
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
Take a look at how we price jobs or the cost guide.
Artex in Kingsnorth homes
Kingsnorth is about 4 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. Kingsnorth is within our Medway area, whatever the size of the job. We cover all 68 towns and villages in Medway, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Kingsnorth to Canterbury (about 23 miles away).
For rented flats close to Gillingham (Kent) station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
Artex jobs anywhere in ME3 start with the postcode and some photos. Streets in the area include Jetty Road and Jacob's Lane, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Other places close to Kingsnorth we cover include Tunbridge Hill (1 mile north), Sharnal Street (1 mile north-west), Fenn Street (1 mile north-west), Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles west) and High Halstow (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also work in Gillingham (4 miles south), Chatham (6 miles south-west), Rochester (5 miles south-west), Rainham (5 miles south), Strood (6 miles south-west) and Luton (5 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Medway Maritime Hospital (4.2 miles south-west) and Upnor Castle (3.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Kingsnorth includes Bishop Saltings.
Why people call us in Kingsnorth
Textured coatings continued to be made after asbestos was taken out of them, so testing is the only way to know.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Ceilings coming down
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Non-domestic buildings like The Hundred of Hoo Academy should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
What to look for in a quote
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you’ll get a consignment note
- The method and controls
What we do and do not cover
Some limits to bear in mind:
- We test before removal, 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
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we deal with
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
After the job
We clean the room and dispose of the waste legally, and you get the paperwork.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
What to avoid
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site