Medway · England
Artex Removal for Lidsing
Found something that might be asbestos in Lidsing? We provide testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings, explained in plain English.
- Landlord refurbishments
- Loft conversions
- Coatings damaged by DIY
Need Artex removal in Lidsing?
Artex removal near Lidsing
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. The problem comes when it’s sanded, scraped dry, drilled or knocked through during a renovation, which is why testing first matters in Lidsing. Common materials are swirl patterns, textured walls and Artex ceilings, and typical jobs are rented flats before redecoration and textured walls before a refit.
Rural homes near Lidsing have often been altered over generations, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Area
- Lidsing (ME7)
- County
- Medway
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Why people call us in Lidsing
Renovations disturb coatings: sanding to smooth a ceiling, scraping it off dry or drilling for lights releases fibres.
These are some of the things we deal with in Lidsing:
- Walls before tiling
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings before skimming
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
For a school such as Swingate Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
What your quote should include
- Suitable insurance for the work
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Whether the job needs notifying
- What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
Your questions about Artex removal in Lidsing
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 the Artex in my Lidsing home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
That depends on the job: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Do you work on commercial premises?
We do, alongside homes. Non-domestic premises have a duty holder who should hold an asbestos register.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
Normally you can use other rooms: the work room is closed off until it’s finished.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep everyone away and don’t clean it up. Then contact us for advice.
How quickly can you come out?
That depends on the work and current bookings. You’ll get available dates with the quote.
The scope of Artex removal
To be clear about the scope:
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Plastering and making good are typically separate jobs
- We need the room cleared
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials in Lidsing
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
Duty holders and landlords in Lidsing
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. 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 a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
DIY and asbestos
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Choosing the right option
Skimming over Artex is an option, but never sand it first, and the asbestos stays in the building. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
What you get
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Reports and results you can share
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
Take a look at how we price jobs or published price ranges.
A closer look at the materials
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Step by step
Our team wears protective equipment, and the room stays closed. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away.
- Describe the rooms and coatings
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions
Get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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Lidsing properties and textured coatings
Lidsing is about 2 miles south-east of Chatham, in Medway. We cover Lidsing as part of Medway, whatever the size of the job. Lidsing is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we work. Our area stretches from Lidsing to Canterbury (23 miles away).
For rented flats close to Rainham (Kent) station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. In older homes in Lidsing, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Lidsing is within about 6 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Anywhere in ME7, Artex removal is available. Neighbouring places we cover include Dunn Street (1 mile south-east), Bredhurst (1 mile east), Lordswood (1 mile north-west), Kemsley Street (1 mile east) and Scragged Oak (1 mile south-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Gillingham (3 miles north), Rochester (5 miles north-west), Rainham (3 miles north-east), Strood (6 miles north-west), Luton (3 miles north) and Twydall (3 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Allington Castle (3.3 miles south-west) and Medway megaliths (2.8 miles west). The countryside around Lidsing includes Boxley Hills and Burham Down.
- Nearby schools include Greenacre Academy (2.2 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Harrow pub (within half a mile north)
How we price Artex removal
These are the main things that affect the price of Artex removal:
- How easy it is to reach
- Licensed or non-licensed
- Travel and parking
- How much there is
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when the whole project can be held up.
Sending photos
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- A close-up from a safe distance
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- The parking area
- Damaged areas
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Towns and villages near Lidsing
Other services in Lidsing
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site