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Asbestos Artex Removal in Oversland, Kent
Any pre-2000 building in Oversland may contain asbestos. Our artex removal service covers removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Ceilings before plastering
Artex removal in Oversland
What happens next
Keep the test result and waste paperwork with your property records.
Keeping things safe:
- Each different coating needs testing
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
Avoid these
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Test before the builders arrive.
Artex removal near Oversland
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 Oversland. Whether it’s extensions that cut into ceilings and ceilings due for plastering or skimming, we deal with coated ceiling roses, textured walls and Artex ceilings.
In places like Oversland, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. If you’re unsure what you need, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal, whichever fits.
- Where
- Oversland (ME13)
- Region
- Kent
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Your options compared
Testing first can save a lot: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Why people choose us
- Houses, flats and business premises
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Clear advice on your options
- Clear written quotes
Take a look at how we price jobs and published price ranges.
What it costs
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- Material and condition
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Travel and parking
- Licensed or non-licensed
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
Sending photos
When you send photos, these help most:
- Damaged areas
- How we’d reach it
- Street parking nearby
- An idea of size
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Towns and villages near Oversland
Other services in Oversland
Should you do it yourself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
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.
Oversland properties and textured coatings
Oversland is about 4 miles south-east of Faversham, in Kent. In Oversland, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Oversland is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover.
For a school such as Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Selling station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 7 miles of Oversland; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
This part of Kent takes in ME13. Whether your property is on Dunkirk Road and South Street or anywhere nearby, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover include Winterbourne (1 mile north-east), South Street (1 mile west), Hickmans Green (1 mile north), Neames Forstal (1 mile south-west) and Crouch (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Ashford (10 miles south), Canterbury (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (6 miles north-east), Faversham (4 miles north-west) and Herne Bay (10 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Eastbridge Hospital of St Thomas the Martyr (5.3 miles east) and Tower keep castle at Chilham (2.6 miles south). The countryside around Oversland includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.
- Local pubs include The Sondes Arms (0.7 miles west)
Duty holders and landlords in Oversland
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
For managing agents and freeholders in Oversland, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Why people call us in Oversland
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some contained a small amount of white asbestos (chrysotile) for strength.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Ceilings before plastering
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
Older homes across Oversland may have coatings added during past renovations.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
Materials we deal with
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, but the coating underneath is the same.
What happens
For board removal, we take the boards down in whole pieces. It helps if we can park nearby, so let us know about any restrictions.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Getting ready
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Clear the way to the work area
Get a quote
Each job is priced individually. To start, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
Oversland questions
Do you work near Selling station?
Yes. Selling station is about 0.6 miles west of Oversland, and we cover both.
Is asbestos common in Oversland homes?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
How can I get a price?
Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
Do you cover Oversland?
Yes. We cover Oversland and the surrounding area as part of Kent. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, and ask for advice; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not necessarily. Sound material that will not be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site