Kent · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Newchurch, Kent
Artex removal in Newchurch and across Kent: textured coating testing and removal, with written paperwork.
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Ceilings coming down
Artex removal near Newchurch
Artex removal for Newchurch properties
Textured coatings like Artex were used on ceilings and walls for decades, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. Common materials are coated plasterboard, coated ceiling roses and stipple finishes, and people usually contact us about coatings in the way of electrical work and textured walls before a refit.
In places like Newchurch, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. We identify materials before planning removal, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Area
- Newchurch (TN29)
- County
- Kent
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What we do and don’t cover
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Other materials may need their own approach
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Materials in Newchurch
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Common questions in Newchurch
How far is Newchurch from London?
We cover Newchurch, about 54 miles from central London.
Could my house in Newchurch contain asbestos?
Any home in Newchurch built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but you cannot tell by looking. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
What if my house is newer?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
How quickly can you come out?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Some work has to be notified to the enforcing authority first, which affects timing.
Could my home contain asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Only laboratory analysis of a sample can confirm it.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
You can, if it’s intact: skimming or boarding over avoids disturbing it. Never sand it beforehand, and record its location.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then get in touch and we will advise.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
What we deal with in Newchurch
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, so age is hard to judge.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Landlord refurbishments
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
In older homes in Newchurch, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
What to look for in a quote
- The scope of the job, in writing
- VAT, clearly stated
- Suitable insurance for the work
- What category of work it is
Weighing up your options
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. Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Why us?
- Covering London and the South East
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- No removal until we know what it is
- Clear written quotes
Read how we quote or our cost guide.
Artex in Newchurch homes
Newchurch is about 7 miles west of Hythe, in Kent. We work across Newchurch and the surrounding area, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our area stretches from Newchurch to Canterbury (18 miles away).
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Ham Street station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
We carry out Artex jobs all over TN29. Streets in the area include Links Close, Church View and Patchways, and Artex removal is available on all of them. For properties just outside Newchurch, we cover St Mary in the Marsh (2 miles south), Postling Green (3 miles north-east), Bonnington (3 miles north), Burmarsh (3 miles east) and St Mary's Bay (3 miles south-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Ashford (7 miles north), Folkestone (11 miles east), Hythe (7 miles east), Hawkinge (11 miles north-east), Tenterden (10 miles west) and Cheriton (10 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Romney 'castle' (3.8 miles south) and Brenzett Aeronautical Museum (3.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Newchurch include Orlestone Forest.
- Local pubs include The Black Bull Public House (within half a mile north-east)
Looking after things afterwards
Keep the test result and waste paperwork with your property records.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Photos help us quote
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Give us room sizes
Avoid these
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
How it works
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly before the seals come down. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and keeps dust to a minimum.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Let us know where we can park
Ask for a quote
For a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Related guides
A closer look at the materials
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, which doesn’t change what’s underneath.
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Newchurch must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The type of material and its condition
- How much there is
- The category of work
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Photos that help
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- An idea of size
- How we’d reach it
- Labels, if any
Photos from a safe distance help: don’t touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
Towns and villages near Newchurch
Other services in Newchurch
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site