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Artex Removal in Monkhams
Artex removal for Monkhams: textured coating testing and removal. Tell us what you’ve found and we will explain your options.
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Ceilings before skimming
Get a quote for Monkhams
How artex removal works in Monkhams
Removing an asbestos textured coating means sealing off the room, keeping the coating wet and never sanding or scraping it dry, with the waste bagged and taken to a permitted site. Whether it’s ceilings due to be knocked through or removed and flaking textured ceilings, we deal with textured walls, Artex ceilings and swirl patterns.
Textured ceilings are a common find in renovations in places like Monkhams, sometimes hidden under later layers of paint. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Location
- Monkhams (IG8, IG9, E4)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Questions from Monkhams
Can you work in Monkhams with London’s parking rules?
We do. Let us know the parking situation and we will plan around it.
Do you work near Highams Park station?
Yes, we cover Monkhams and the area towards Highams Park station, about 1.2 miles south-west.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily: many textured coatings don’t contain asbestos. The only way to know is to test a sample.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
Do you give written quotes?
Always: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included, and whether VAT is included.
What does it cost to remove Artex?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
HSE’s code of practice says it will not normally be licensable. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work.
What it costs
What changes the cost:
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The type of material and its condition
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Sending photos
Photo tips:
- Where we could park
- Damaged areas
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
To get a quote, 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.
Why people call us in Monkhams
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, which can make them look newer than they are.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to Artex jobs:
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings before plastering
- Coatings already disturbed
- Walls before tiling
If you are refurbishing a rental near Highams Park station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, clearly stated
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Which areas and materials are covered
What we do and do not cover
Before booking, note that:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- We need the room cleared
- Other materials may need their own approach
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials we see
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Artex in Monkhams homes
Monkhams is about 1 mile north of Woodford, in Greater London. Monkhams is within our Greater London area, whatever the size of the job. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 10 miles away.
A school like Wells Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start. If your home is one of the older properties in Monkhams, near All Saints' Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Artex jobs anywhere in IG8, IG9 and E4 start with the postcode and some photos. Streets in the area include Oak Lane, Wood Lane and Mill Lane, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Monkhams sits on or near the A121, so mention parking if the property is on one. Other places close to Monkhams we cover include Woodford Wells (1 mile east), Friday Hill (1 mile west), Woodford (1 mile south), Chingford Hatch (1 mile west) and Waltham Forest (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include London (10 miles south-west), City of Westminster (10 miles south-west), Marylebone (10 miles south-west), Kensington (13 miles south-west), St Pancras (9 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles south-west).
As a London location, Monkhams is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Well-known places in the area include Claybury Hospital (2.1 miles south-east) and 17 & Central (3.1 miles south-west). The countryside around Monkhams includes Highams Park Lake and Pole Hill.
- Schools near Monkhams include Trinity Catholic High School (within half a mile west) and Woodford Green Preparatory School (0.6 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Monkhams pub (0.8 miles east)
- Local facilities include Buckhurst Hill East (1.1 miles north-east)
How it works
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, and keep the coating damp as we work. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- 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
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out previous surveys
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Afterwards
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
A few practical points:
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- File the test result and waste note
- Test every different coating
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
Don’ts
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
A closer look at the materials
Patched areas
Patches may be newer material.
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
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Can I do it myself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
Options to consider in Monkhams
Very cheap quotes for Artex removal can mean dry scraping or sanding, which releases fibres. Ask how the coating will be removed and where the waste goes. A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
How we work in Monkhams
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Accredited laboratory results
- Across London and the South East
Read how we quote and the cost guide.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note