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Artex Removal for Old Malden
Artex removal in Old Malden, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Structural work through coated ceilings
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FAQs for Old Malden
Do you work near Tolworth station?
Yes, we cover Old Malden and the area towards Tolworth station, about 0.5 miles west.
How far is Old Malden from London?
Old Malden is about 11 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you need a licence to remove Artex?
Normally not: HSE treats textured coating work as normally non-licensed, though large steam or gel jobs are notifiable.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: skips and household bins cannot take asbestos. It must go to a permitted site.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to give us access to the areas involved.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not before testing. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
Artex removal in Old Malden
Not every textured coating contains asbestos. A small sample tells you which you have, so your plasterer can carry on if it’s clear. From textured walls before a refit and structural work through coated ceilings, we cover swirl patterns, stipple finishes and coated plasterboard.
Homes in places like Old Malden may have textured ceilings in several rooms, so each type needs testing. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so you know where you stand.
- Location
- Old Malden (KT19, KT4, KT5)
- Area hub
- Surrey
- Service
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Artex in Old Malden homes
Old Malden is about 2 miles north-west of Ewell, in Surrey. Properties in Old Malden range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We cover 395 places in Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 11 miles away.
For rented flats close to Tolworth station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. For a school such as Knollmead Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
Anywhere in KT19, KT4 and KT5, we can help with Artex removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your property is on Curtis Road, Rowden Road and Grafton Road or anywhere nearby, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover include Worcester Park (1 mile east), Tolworth (1 mile north-west), Stoneleigh (1 mile south-east), Berrylands (1 mile north-west) and Chessington (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Woking (14 miles west), Epsom (3 miles south), Horley (14 miles south), Redhill (10 miles south-east), Egham (13 miles west) and Reigate (10 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Municipal Borough of Surbiton (1.2 miles west) and Bentall Centre (3 miles north-west). The countryside around Old Malden includes The Lake and Kingston Hill Road area.
- Nearby schools include Richard Challoner School (0.7 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Plough Inn Public House (1 mile north-east)
The process
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked before the seals come down. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- We go through the options and send a quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Getting ready
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Warn neighbours if needed
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
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After we have finished in Old Malden
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Test every different coating
- Keep the results and paperwork
Things not to do
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating.
The scope of Artex removal
A few things to be aware of:
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials in Old Malden
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Old Malden
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some included a little chrysotile.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Ceilings before plastering
- Ceilings before downlights go in
In older homes in Old Malden, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
Comparing quotes
- What is not included
- Whether VAT is included
- What paperwork you get
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
Doing it yourself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
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Duty holders and landlords in Old Malden
If you are responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in Old Malden, you have a duty to manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
A closer look at the materials
Painted coatings
The sample includes the coating itself.
Textured walls
Walls can have textured coatings too.
Which option is right?
You’ll find DIY products for removing Artex, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Test first. Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
What you get
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Reports and results you can share
- Work done to the regulations
- Clear written quotes
Read how we quote or published price ranges.
- 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
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site