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Artex Removal in Putney Vale
Buildings in Putney Vale built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer Artex removal, with testing first.
- Ceilings coming down
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
Asbestos help in Putney Vale
How artex removal works in Putney Vale
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Putney Vale, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. Typical jobs include loft conversions and extensions and walls before tiling, involving swirl patterns, Artex ceilings and stipple finishes.
Textured ceilings are a common find in renovations in towns and villages like Putney Vale, often painted over many times. We identify materials before planning removal, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Location
- Putney Vale (SW15, KT2, SW19)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Duty holders and landlords in Putney Vale
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Putney Vale must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
Towns and villages near Putney Vale
What happens
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you before carrying on.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
How to prepare
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Let us know where we can park
- Dig out previous surveys
Get a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
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Why people call us in Putney Vale
Asbestos-free coatings were also made, so a textured ceiling isn’t automatically asbestos.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Walls before tiling
- Flaking textured ceilings
Older homes across Putney Vale may have coatings added during past renovations.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- What isn’t included
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- The method and controls
Putney Vale properties and textured coatings
Putney Vale is about 2 miles north-west of Wimbledon, in Greater London. Putney Vale is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Putney Vale is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work. We work right across the region, from Putney Vale to London (8 miles away).
A school like Hall School Wimbledon should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Raynes Park station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
We carry out Artex jobs all over SW15, KT2 and SW19. That could mean a property on Stag Lane, Friars Avenue and Kingston Road. Main roads around Putney Vale include the A308; tell us about parking if you’re on a main road. We also carry out Artex jobs in Kingston Vale (1 mile south), Coombe Hill (1 mile west), Coombe (1 mile south-west), Crooked Billet (1 mile south-east) and Copse Hill (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles north-east), City of Westminster (7 miles north-east), Marylebone (7 miles north-east), Kensington (5 miles north-east), St Pancras (9 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-east).
As a London location, Putney Vale is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Other landmarks nearby include Atkinson Morley Hospital (1.3 miles south-east) and Coombe (1.1 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Kew Gardens Lake and Fishpond Wood and Beverley Meads.
- Schools near Putney Vale include Robin Hood Primary School (0.6 miles south-west) and The Norwegian School in London (1.7 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find Duke of Cambridge pub (within half a mile west)
Can I do it myself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Limits to be aware of
A few things to be aware of:
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- We need the room cleared
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we deal with
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Materials, one by one
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
How we price Artex removal
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- The survey scope
- The category of work
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Photos that help
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- Visible markings
- An overall view
- The parking area
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Looking after things afterwards
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, and you get the paperwork.
Going forward:
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Photos help us quote
- Give us room sizes
Don’ts
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Common questions in Putney Vale
Is the Artex in my Putney Vale home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Only a test will tell you.
Do you work near Raynes Park station?
Yes, we cover Putney Vale and the area towards Raynes Park station, about 2 miles south-east.
How can I get a price?
Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings usually aren’t licensed.
How quickly can you come out?
It depends on the job and our diary. You’ll get available dates with the quote.
Can I just skim over it?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but do not sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Do I need a test or a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
Can I stay at home while you work?
The work room is sealed and kept clear. Often you can stay in other rooms.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site