Kent · England
Artex Removal in Luddesdown
Artex removal in Luddesdown and across Kent: removal of textured ceilings and walls, with written paperwork.
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
Artex removal near Luddesdown
About our artex removal in Luddesdown
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through. From ceilings before plastering and damaged or cracked coatings, we cover stipple finishes, coated ceiling roses and Artex ceilings.
Rural homes near Luddesdown have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. We work to HSE guidance on every job, large or small.
- Location
- Luddesdown (DA13)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Service
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
For landlords, agents and businesses
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Luddesdown
Renovations disturb coatings: sanding, dry scraping or drilling.
People generally contact us about one of these:
- Coatings already disturbed
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Ceilings before plastering
- Structural work through coated ceilings
For a school such as Meopham School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start.
Questions to ask before booking
- VAT, clearly stated
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- What paperwork you get
Luddesdown properties and textured coatings
Luddesdown is about 4 miles south of Gravesend, in Kent. Luddesdown is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Luddesdown is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 23 miles away.
If you’re refurbishing flats near Sole Street station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. In older homes in Luddesdown, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
Here we cover the DA13 postcode area. Nearby, we also cover Henley Street (1 mile north), Gold Street (1 mile north-west), Foxendown (1 mile west), Sole Street (1 mile north-west) and Round Street (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (9 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (15 miles east), Dartford (9 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles north) and Tonbridge (13 miles south-west).
A little further out are French Hospital (4.7 miles east) and Rochester Castle (4.6 miles east). Within reach you will find Ranscombe Farm and Gad's Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Golden Lion pub (under half a mile north-east)
The process
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Tell us about parking and access
Getting a price
Not sure what you need? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
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What it might be made of
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Questions from Luddesdown
Do you cover Luddesdown from London?
Luddesdown is about 23 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do textured ceilings in Luddesdown homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Will I get the price in writing?
Every time: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included, and whether VAT is included.
How can I get a price?
Just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Does weather affect the work?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Can I just skim over it?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but never sand it first, and keep a record.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
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 flat?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Choosing the right option
Skimming over Artex avoids disturbing it, but don’t sand it smooth first, and the asbestos stays in the building. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Why people choose us
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Reports and results you can share
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
What’s included, and what isn’t
Before booking, note that:
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Common materials
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
How we price Artex removal
What changes the cost:
- How much there is
- How easy it is to reach
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Disposal costs
Dealing with asbestos before building work is usually cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Helping us quote
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- The parking area
- An idea of size
- A clear close-up
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Nearby places to Luddesdown
What else we do in Luddesdown
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.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site