Kent · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Newington, Kent
Artex removal in Newington and across Kent: textured coating testing and removal, with written paperwork.
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Coatings scraped during DIY
Artex removal near Newington
About our artex removal in Newington
Planning a renovation in Newington with textured ceilings? Get them tested before electricians or plasterers start. Whether it’s textured walls before a refit and loft conversions, we cover stipple finishes, swirl patterns and textured walls and more.
In areas like Newington, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes, often added during past renovations. Nothing is added to the job that you don’t need.
- Location
- Newington (CT18, CT20, CT19)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Textured walls
Walls are treated like ceilings.
Choosing the right option
Remove the coating, or the whole ceiling? Stripping keeps the ceiling; taking boards down whole can be quicker and cleaner in some rooms. Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why choose us
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Covering London and the South East
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
Take a look at how we price jobs or published price ranges.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
For managing agents and freeholders in Newington, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
Why people call us in Newington
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some included a little chrysotile.
These are some of the things we deal with in Newington:
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings before skimming
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Ceilings before downlights go in
A school like Folkestone should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start.
Before booking anyone
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Whether the job needs notifying
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
Also in Newington
Questions from Newington
Could my house in Newington contain asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Newington may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
How far is Newington from London?
We cover Newington, about 59 miles from central London.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but don’t sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do. Send us the details of the premises.
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.
Artex removal around Newington
Newington is about 2 miles north-east of Hythe, in Kent. Wherever your property is in Newington, tell us the postcode and what you need. We work in all 922 towns and villages in Kent. Our area stretches from Newington to Canterbury (about 13 miles away).
Older homes across Newington may have coatings added during past renovations. If you are refurbishing flats near Folkestone West station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Newington is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations. Newington is within about 3 miles of the coast; indoor work like textured coating removal isn’t affected by the weather.
For Artex jobs in CT18, CT20 and CT19, just send the postcode and a few photos. Your property could be on School Lane, Newington Road and Boulevard D'erlanger. Neighbouring places we cover include Peene (1 mile north-east), Cheriton (1 mile east), Arpinge (1 mile north-east), Seabrook (1 mile south) and Etchinghill (2 miles north-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Ashford (11 miles west), Canterbury (13 miles north), Dover (9 miles east), Deal (15 miles north-east), Tower Hamlets (8 miles east) and Walmer (15 miles north-east).
A little further out are Royal Victoria Hospital (2.5 miles east) and Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (0.5 miles north). The countryside around Newington includes Tolsford Hill.
- Local schools include Turner Free School (1.5 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Britannia pub (0.9 miles south-east)
What affects the price in Newington
What changes the cost:
- How many samples are needed
- The quantity or area
- How much waste there is
- Access to the area
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
What to photograph
To help us quote quickly, send:
- The access route
- Street parking nearby
- An idea of size
- A wide shot showing where the material is
Send us the address in Newington, a description and some photos: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll reply with a quote.
Can I do it myself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
The scope of Artex removal
What’s in and what’s out:
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
What we deal with
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
What happens
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Get in touch with photos
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We remove it safely if that is what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
Ask for a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Related guides
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note