Kent · England
Artex Removal for Larkfield
Artex removal in Larkfield, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
Artex removal near Larkfield
Artex removal near Larkfield
For an asbestos coating, the room is sealed, the coating kept wet and nothing sanded or dry-scraped. Common materials are swirl patterns, stipple finishes and textured walls, and people usually contact us about textured walls before a refit and ceilings due for plastering or skimming.
In towns and villages like Larkfield, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes, often added during past renovations. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Area
- Larkfield (ME20, ME19)
- Region
- Kent
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What’s included, and what is not
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and doesn’t cover:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Plastering and making good are usually separate jobs
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials in Larkfield
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
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Prices and what affects them
Prices vary with:
- Disposal costs
- Parking and access charges
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- The size of the job
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Helping us quote
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- The access route
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- An overall view
- The parking area
Every job is quoted in writing. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Weighing up your options
Strip the coating or take the boards down? Stripping keeps the ceiling; taking boards down whole can be quicker and cleaner in some rooms. There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
How we work in Larkfield
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
Read how we price jobs or published price ranges.
After the job
Covered coatings should be recorded.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Test every different coating
Things not to do
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Do not use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
A closer look at the materials
Textured walls
Walls can have textured coatings too.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
The process
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and the room stays closed. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We carry out the removal
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
How to prepare
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Clear the way to the work area
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Ask for a quote
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: don’t touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
Helpful guides
Responsibilities for owners
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Artex in Larkfield homes
Larkfield is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. For Artex jobs in Larkfield, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We work right across the region, from Larkfield to London (27 miles away).
For rented flats close to New Hythe station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. A school like Brookfield Junior School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested.
For Artex jobs in ME20 and ME19, just send the postcode and a few photos. We can help with Artex jobs on streets such as Martin Square, London Road and New Hythe Lane. For properties just outside Larkfield, we cover Lunsford (1 mile north), Leybourne (1 mile west), New Hythe (1 mile north-east), Birling (2 miles north-west) and Snodland (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west) and Gravesend (9 miles north).
A little further out are Fremlin Walk (3.9 miles south-east) and Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles west). Open spaces near Larkfield include Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
- Schools near Larkfield include The Malling School (0.9 miles south-west) and The Malling School (0.9 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Monks Head pub (less than half a mile south-east)
DIY and asbestos
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
Common questions in Larkfield
Is the Artex in my Larkfield home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Could my house in Larkfield contain asbestos?
If your home in Larkfield was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but you can’t tell by looking. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We will identify it and advise on removal.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
Can I stay at home while you work?
You can often stay in the rest of the house: the room being worked on is sealed off and kept clear.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Only once you know it’s clear. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
What does it cost to remove Artex?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, so we quote after testing.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site