Kent · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Orlestone, Kent
Any pre-2000 building in Orlestone may contain asbestos. We offer textured coating testing and removal.
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Flaking textured ceilings
Need Artex removal in Orlestone?
Weighing up your options
Skimming over Artex is an option, but never sand it first, and the asbestos stays in the building. There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why people choose us
- Clear written quotes
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Houses, flats and business premises
Read how we quote or our cost guide.
Artex removal for Orlestone properties
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through, which is why testing first matters in Orlestone. Common materials are coated plasterboard, stipple finishes and textured walls, and people typically contact us about ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights and walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit.
In a village like Orlestone, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike, often added during past renovations. We start with a clear answer: is it asbestos, and what should you do about it.
- Area
- Orlestone (TN26)
- Region
- Kent
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Artex in Orlestone homes
Orlestone is about 4 miles south of Ashford, in Kent. Anywhere in Orlestone, just send the postcode, and we’ll quote. Orlestone is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 17 miles away.
If your home is one of the older properties in Orlestone, near Church of St Mary the Virgin or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. Non-domestic buildings like Hamstreet Primary Academy should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
Wherever your property is in TN26, we can help with Artex removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. We also carry out Artex jobs in Hamstreet (1 mile south-east), Bromley Green (1 mile north), Kenardington (2 miles south-west), Ruckinge (2 miles south-east) and Stone Cross (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (4 miles north), Folkestone (14 miles east), Hythe (10 miles east), Hawkinge (14 miles east), Tenterden (7 miles west) and Cheriton (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Woodchurch Village Life Museum (3.6 miles west) and William Harvey Hospital (5.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Orlestone include Orlestone Forest.
- Local pubs include The Dukes Head pub (0.9 miles south-east)
How we price Artex removal
Our quotes take into account:
- The type of material and its condition
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- The category of work
- The survey scope
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
Photos that help
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- Where we could park
- A rough size or measurement
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A photo of the whole area
Photos from a safe distance help: send them through our contact page.
What’s included, and what isn’t
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- We need the room cleared
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before you book.
What we deal with
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
After we’ve finished in Orlestone
If you’ve covered a coating rather than removed it, record where it is.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Give us room sizes
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Test every different coating
Don’ts
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Questions from Orlestone
Do you cover Orlestone and the area around Ham Street station?
Yes. Ham Street station is about 0.7 miles south-east of Orlestone, and we cover both.
Is the Artex in my Orlestone home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
It depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We will explain the options.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep everyone away and don’t clean it up. Then contact us for advice.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily, as many don’t. A test will tell you.
Do you give written quotes?
Every time: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included.
Places near Orlestone
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Doing it yourself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, do not clean it up, and ask for advice.
How we work
If we are taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible and bagged or wrapped. Parking close by makes the day easier.
- 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
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
What it might be made of
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Responsibilities for owners
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site