Kent · England
Artex Removal for Paddock Wood
Artex removal in Paddock Wood, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Coatings damaged by DIY
Get a quote for Paddock Wood
What it might be made of
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
Artex ceilings
Patterned ceilings are the classic example.
Artex removal for Paddock Wood properties
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 coatings damaged by DIY and damaged or cracked coatings, we deal with swirl patterns, Artex ceilings and textured walls and more.
Homes in areas like Paddock Wood may have textured ceilings in several rooms, so each type needs testing. Paperwork is part of every job, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Area
- Paddock Wood (TN12)
- County
- Kent
- Service
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
For businesses and landlords in Paddock Wood
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Textured ceilings in Paddock Wood
Paddock Wood is about 5 miles east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Properties in Paddock Wood range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Paddock Wood to Crawley (26 miles away).
Older homes across Paddock Wood may have coatings added during past renovations. For a school such as Paddock Wood Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start.
Here we cover the TN12 postcode area, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. Streets in the area include Church Road, Station Road and Forest Road, and Artex removal is available on all of them. With the B2017 and B2160 close by, Paddock Wood is easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Whetsted (1 mile north-west), Colt's Hill (1 mile west), Five Oak Green (2 miles west), Matfield (2 miles south-west) and Brenchley (2 miles south). We also cover nearby towns such as Maidstone (9 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (11 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (6 miles south-west), Tonbridge (5 miles west), Kings Hill (7 miles north) and Foley Park (10 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Tunbridge Wells Hospital (4 miles south-west) and The Hop Farm Museum (1.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
- Schools near Paddock Wood include Mascalls School (0.5 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include John Brunt V.C. Pub (under half a mile north)
The process
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly before the seals come down. We’ll tell you when we have finished and what you’ll receive afterwards.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We remove it safely if that is what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
How to prepare
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Getting a price
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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What happens next
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Each different coating needs testing
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
Don’ts
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Don’t sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
What we deal with in Paddock Wood
Many trades want a test result first.
Typical jobs in Paddock Wood include:
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Coatings already disturbed
For rented flats close to Paddock Wood station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
What your quote should include
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Any exclusions
- How fibres will be kept down
- Suitable insurance for the work
What we do and do not cover
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
- Other materials may need their own approach
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials in Paddock Wood
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
Prices and what affects them
The cost depends on:
- The survey scope
- The type of material and its condition
- Parking and access charges
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
Sometimes a test shows removal is not needed, because the material is clear.
What to photograph
Photo tips:
- A rough size or measurement
- Where we could park
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- A clear close-up
To get a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Choosing the right option
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Always test first. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
What you get
- No removal until we know what it is
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
Take a look at our prices page or published price ranges.
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Questions from Paddock Wood
Do you cover Paddock Wood from London?
Paddock Wood is about 31 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you work near Paddock Wood station?
Yes. Paddock Wood station is close to the centre of Paddock Wood, and we cover the whole area.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do, alongside homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Can you help a business or landlord?
We do. We work for landlords, managing agents, employers and contractors as well as homeowners.
How quickly can you come out?
It depends on the job and our diary. You’ll get available dates with the quote, and notifiable work needs notifying before it starts.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
Is my textured ceiling in Paddock Wood asbestos?
Not every coating does: many coatings are asbestos-free. Testing a sample is how you find out.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site