Kent · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Minster, Kent
Any pre-2000 building in Minster may contain asbestos. We offer textured coating testing and removal.
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Walls before tiling
Asbestos help in Minster
How artex removal works in Minster
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 Minster. Whether it’s ceilings due to be knocked through or removed and loft conversions, we cover stipple finishes, coated plasterboard and Artex ceilings.
In a town like Minster, textured ceilings turn up in houses from the 1960s to the 1990s, though older homes may have them too. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, whatever the size of the job.
- Where
- Minster (ME12)
- Region
- Kent
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
Minster questions
Do you work near Queenborough station?
Yes. Queenborough station is about 2.3 miles west of Minster, and we cover both.
Do textured ceilings in Minster homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings do not contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
When can you start?
We agree a date when you accept the quote. Some work has to be notified to the enforcing authority first, which affects timing.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, so identifying it before work is important.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not necessarily. Sound material that will not be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
The work room is sealed and kept clear. You may be able to use the rest of the house.
Can you help a business or landlord?
We do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area involved in the job.
What happens next
If other rooms have textured coatings, record whether they’ve been tested, so future work is planned properly.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Each different coating needs testing
- Give us room sizes
Don’ts
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Test before the builders arrive.
Minster properties and textured coatings
Minster is about 6 miles north-east of Sittingbourne, in Kent. For Artex jobs in Minster, tell us about parking and access. Minster is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
Older homes across Minster may have coatings added during past renovations. If you are refurbishing flats near Queenborough station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
For Artex jobs in ME12, just send the postcode and a few photos. Local streets include High Street, Lapwing Close and Copland Avenue; we cover every one. Main roads around Minster include the A2500 and B2008; tell us about parking if you are on a main road. For properties just outside Minster, we cover Halfway Houses (1 mile west), Sheerness (2 miles north-west), Queenborough (2 miles west), Eastchurch (3 miles east) and Rushenden (3 miles west). We also cover nearby towns such as Canterbury (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (6 miles south-west), Whitstable (11 miles south-east), Faversham (8 miles south-east), Herne Bay (15 miles east) and Davington (8 miles south-east).
Nearby you will also find Minster Gatehouse Museum (less than half a mile north-east) and Castle Rough (4.5 miles south-west).
- Local schools include Oasis Academy Isle of Sheppey (0.8 miles west) and Leigh Academy Minster (0.9 miles west)
Limits to be aware of
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and doesn’t cover:
- Other materials may need their own approach
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials we see
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
Doing it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
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.
Places near Minster
For landlords, agents and businesses
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Options to consider in Minster
Skimming over Artex is an option, but never sand it first, and the asbestos stays in the building. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
How we work in Minster
- Clear written quotes
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Records for your files
- Work done to the regulations
See how we quote or published price ranges.
Prices and what affects them
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- The category of work
- The size of the job
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- What the material is and its state
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Helping us quote
Helpful photos:
- How we’d reach it
- The parking area
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form; it helps us quote accurately.
Step by step
We start by sealing and protecting the room, then keep the coating wet throughout. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and keeps dust to a minimum.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We carry out the removal
- We dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Mention any damage before we arrive
How to get a quote
For a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Helpful guides
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note