Kent · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Northwood, Kent
Any pre-2000 building in Northwood may contain asbestos. We offer textured coating testing and removal.
- Ceilings coming down
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings before plastering
Artex removal near Northwood
Weighing up your options
A low price may mean shortcuts, which releases fibres. Ask how the coating will be removed and where the waste goes. Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
Why us?
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Accredited laboratory results
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
Read how we price jobs and our cost guide.
Artex removal near Northwood
Not every textured coating contains asbestos. A small sample tells you which you have, so work can go ahead normally if it’s negative. We often deal with stipple finishes, textured walls and swirl patterns, and people generally contact us about walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit and rented homes refurbished between tenants.
In a smaller place like Northwood, textured ceilings often show up when people renovate older family homes. If you’re unsure what you need, ask: we will tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Where
- Northwood (CT12, CT10, CT11)
- County
- Kent
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Textured walls
Walls are treated like ceilings.
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Typical Artex jobs in Northwood
Textured coatings were popular for decades because they hid cracks and uneven plaster, and some included a little chrysotile.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to Artex jobs:
- Landlord refurbishments
- Coatings already disturbed
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Flaking textured ceilings
If your home is one of the older properties in Northwood, near St Mark's Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Questions to ask before you book
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- If the price includes VAT
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
What it costs
Our quotes take into account:
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Material and condition
- Disposal costs
- Licensed or non-licensed
We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Helping us quote
For a quick quote, include:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Street parking nearby
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A wide shot showing where the material is
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Common questions in Northwood
Is asbestos common in Northwood homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Northwood may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Northwood and the area around Ramsgate station?
Yes. Ramsgate station is about 0.8 miles south of Northwood, and we cover both.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings usually are not licensed.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Normally not, according to HSE. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then get in touch and we’ll advise.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
The work room is sealed and kept clear. Often you can stay in other rooms.
Afterwards
File the result and the paperwork.
To avoid problems in future:
- Each different coating needs testing
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
Things not to do
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Do not use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Textured ceilings in Northwood
Northwood is about 1 mile north-west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Anywhere in Northwood, just send the postcode. Northwood is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. We work right across the region, from Northwood to Canterbury (about 15 miles away).
Non-domestic buildings like Dame Janet Primary Academy should already have records of any textured coatings. If you are refurbishing a rental near Ramsgate station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. Northwood is within about 2 miles of the coast, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
We cover Artex jobs across CT12, CT10 and CT11 and the streets around it. From Gwyn Road, Coxes Lane and Roman Road or a nearby road, we can help. Main roads around Northwood include the A254 and A256; tell us about parking if you are on a main road. Other places close to Northwood we cover include Ramsgate (1 mile south-east), Upton (1 mile east), St Lawrence (1 mile south), St Peter's (1 mile north-east) and Broadstairs (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Canterbury (15 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (9 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west), Walmer (10 miles south) and Wincheap (15 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Westwood Cross (0.5 miles north-west) and Ramsgate Museum (1.4 miles south-east). The countryside around Northwood includes Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby schools include The Royal Harbour Academy (0.5 miles south-east) and The Charles Dickens School (1 mile north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Derby Arms (0.8 miles south-east)
Nearby places to Northwood
More for properties in Northwood
DIY and asbestos
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
How we work
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, never sanded or scraped dry. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- We sample each different coating for testing
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking and access
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Dig out previous surveys
Get a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 with the details.
Helpful guides
Limits to be aware of
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- We need the room cleared
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
What we deal with
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- 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