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Asbestos Artex Removal in Newington, Kent
Need Artex removal in Newington? We cover Newington and the surrounding area, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Textured walls before a refit
Artex removal in Newington
What’s included, and what isn’t
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and doesn’t cover:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials in Newington
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
About our artex removal in Newington
We remove textured coatings from ceilings, walls, ceiling roses and coated boards, in houses, flats and commercial premises across Newington. People often contact us about damaged or cracked coatings and ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights, including swirl patterns, Artex ceilings and textured walls.
In a smaller place like Newington, textured ceilings often show up when people renovate older family homes, and testing comes first. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Area
- Newington (CT12, CT11, CT10)
- County
- Kent
- Service
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Afterwards
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
Once we’re done:
- Send photos of the coatings
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
Avoid these
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Common questions in Newington
Do you cover Newington and the area around Ramsgate station?
Yes, we cover Newington and the area towards Ramsgate station, about 0.7 miles south-east.
Do you cover Newington from London?
We cover Newington, about 65 miles from central London.
Can I just skim over it?
Covering it is an option if it’s intact, but never sand it first, and keep a record.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Both work; it depends on the room. We’ll advise for each room.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, with the seller’s permission.
The process
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, with no sanding or dry scraping. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- 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
- The waste is bagged, the room cleaned and the waste taken to a permitted site
How to prepare
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
How to get a quote
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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Materials we deal with
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, which does not change what’s underneath.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
DIY and asbestos
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Prices and what affects them
We base our quote on:
- Disposal costs
- The survey scope
- The quantity or area
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Sending photos
What to photograph:
- Labels, if any
- Where we could park
- Cracks or breaks
- An idea of size
Not sure what you need? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
For businesses and landlords in Newington
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
For managing agents and freeholders in Newington, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Other services in Newington
Textured ceilings in Newington
Newington is about 1 mile north-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Newington is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. We cover 922 places in Kent. Our area stretches from Newington to Canterbury (about 14 miles away).
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Ramsgate station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Older homes across Newington may have coatings added during past renovations. The coast is within about 2 miles of Newington, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
This part of Kent takes in CT12, CT11 and CT10, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. We can help with Artex jobs on streets such as Gwyn Road, Haine Road and Leigh Road. You’ll find Newington on the A254 and A256, which makes it simple to get to. Nearby, we also cover Haine (1 mile north-west), Manston (1 mile west), Chilton (1 mile south), Westwood (1 mile north) and Flete (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (14 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (9 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles west), Walmer (10 miles south) and Wincheap (15 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Ramsgate Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Ramsgate General Hospital (1.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Newington includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby schools include The Royal Harbour Academy (0.7 miles east) and St George's Boys School (1.3 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Derby Arms (0.8 miles south-east)
What we deal with in Newington
Older coatings are often painted over many times, which can make them look newer than they are.
Typical jobs in Newington include:
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Coatings scraped during DIY
A school like Ramsgate Arts Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested.
What to look for in a quote
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- What category of work it is
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site