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Asbestos Artex Removal in Lamberhurst, Kent
Found something that might be asbestos in Lamberhurst? Our service covers testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings, with clear advice at each step.
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Coatings scraped during DIY
Artex removal in Lamberhurst
How artex removal works in Lamberhurst
According to HSE, textured coating work is normally non-licensed. Bigger jobs using steam or gel must be notified before they start. From ceilings due to be knocked through or removed and coatings scraped during DIY, we cover swirl patterns, coated ceiling roses and stipple finishes.
In a village like Lamberhurst, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike, often added during past renovations. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Area
- Lamberhurst (TN3)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Our quotes take into account:
- What the material is and its state
- How many samples are needed
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The size of the job
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Sending photos
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Approximate dimensions
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Where we could park
- Labels, if any
Include any existing survey or test when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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Why people call us in Lamberhurst
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, so they may start to flake.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to Artex jobs:
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Ceilings before skimming
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Older homes across Lamberhurst may have coatings added during past renovations.
Before you book anyone
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether the job needs notifying
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
After the job
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Send photos of the coatings
- Give us room sizes
What to avoid
Don’t sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
What we do and do not cover
We are upfront about what’s included:
- 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’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
What we deal with
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
The process
For board removal, we take the boards down in whole pieces. Before anything starts, we confirm the areas and materials with you, so there’s no confusion.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Dig out previous surveys
- Ensure we can get to the area
- Move things out of the way carefully
Get a quote
Send us the address in Lamberhurst, a description and some photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we’ll reply with a quote.
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What it might be made of
Painted coatings
The sample includes the coating itself.
Coated plasterboard
Coatings are applied over plasterboard or plaster. Removing the boards can be an option.
Lamberhurst: your questions answered
Is the Artex in my Lamberhurst home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Only a test will tell you.
Is asbestos common in Lamberhurst homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Lamberhurst can contain it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
You can often stay in the rest of the house: the work room is closed off until it’s finished.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not until it’s been tested. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
How much does Artex removal cost in Lamberhurst?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote after testing.
How dangerous is asbestos?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
What paperwork will I get?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
Doing it yourself?
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Options to consider in Lamberhurst
Very cheap quotes for Artex removal can mean dry scraping or sanding. Ask how the coating will be removed and where the waste goes. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Why people choose us
- Records for your files
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Clear written quotes
- Identify first, remove only when needed
Read how we quote or the cost guide.
Artex in Lamberhurst homes
Lamberhurst is about 6 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in Kent. Properties in Lamberhurst range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. Lamberhurst is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our nearest city page is Crawley, about 25 miles away.
If you’re refurbishing flats near Wadhurst station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Parts of the High Weald National Landscape are within about 4 miles of Lamberhurst; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Wherever your property is in TN3, Artex removal is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include High Street, Church Road and Clivedon Court; we cover every one. Neighbouring places we cover include Lamberhurst Quarter (2 miles north-west), Key's Green (3 miles north-west), Petteridge (3 miles north), Brenchley (4 miles north) and Matfield (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (15 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles north-west), Tonbridge (8 miles north-west), Kings Hill (12 miles north) and Foley Park (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are Ticehurst House Hospital (3.5 miles south) and Old Scotney Castle (1 mile south-east). Open spaces near Lamberhurst include Bewl Water.
- Local pubs include Horse And Groom Public House (less than half a mile south-west)
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note