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Artex Removal for Richmond upon Thames
Any pre-2000 building in Richmond upon Thames may contain asbestos. We offer Artex removal, with testing first.
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Landlord refurbishments
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
Artex removal in Richmond upon Thames
Should you do it yourself?
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
How artex removal works in Richmond upon Thames
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but the asbestos remains and needs recording. Typical jobs include landlord refurbishments and ceilings before plastering, involving swirl patterns, textured walls and coated ceiling roses.
Textured ceilings are a common find in renovations in areas like Richmond upon Thames, sometimes hidden under later layers of paint. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Area
- Richmond upon Thames (TW9, TW10, SW14, TW1)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Richmond upon Thames
Many trades want a test result first.
Asbestos can be in a lot of places in buildings from before 2000. Typical situations are:
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings before plastering
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Richmond station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
Comparing quotes
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- Whether the job needs notifying
Materials, one by one
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Questions from Richmond upon Thames
Can you work in Richmond upon Thames with London’s parking rules?
We do. Let us know the parking situation and we’ll plan around it; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Do textured ceilings in Richmond upon Thames homes contain asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, with the seller’s permission.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Can I stay at home while you work?
You can often stay in the rest of the house: the room being worked on is sealed off and kept clear.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Step by step
If we are taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you before carrying on.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We arrange testing
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that is what you choose
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Getting ready
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Tell us about parking and access
How to get a quote
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we will recommend the right option.
Helpful guides
Choosing the right option
You’ll find DIY products for removing Artex, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Always test first. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
How we work in Richmond upon Thames
- Records for your files
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Domestic and commercial work
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
After we have finished in Richmond upon Thames
Note which other rooms have coatings, for future work.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Send photos of the coatings
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Keep pets away
Things not to do
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Nearby places to Richmond upon Thames
Other services in Richmond upon Thames
What affects the price in Richmond upon Thames
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- What the material is and its state
- How much there is
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- The category of work
A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- A photo of the whole area
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A clear close-up
- Damaged areas
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Artex in Richmond upon Thames homes
Richmond upon Thames is about 3 miles south of Ealing, in Greater London. Wherever your property is in Richmond upon Thames, tell us the postcode and what you need, and we’ll quote. Richmond upon Thames is one of 764 places in Greater London where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 9 miles away.
For a school such as Marshgate Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. In older homes in Richmond upon Thames, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
Wherever your property is in TW9, TW10, SW14 and TW1, we can help with Artex removal. Streets in the area include Church Road, King George Square and Topiary Square, and Artex removal is available on all of them. You’ll find Richmond upon Thames on the B321 and B322, so it’s easy for us to reach. For properties just outside Richmond upon Thames, we cover North Sheen (1 mile north-east), East Sheen (1 mile east), Mortlake (1 mile east), Kew (2 miles north-east) and Strand-on-the-Green (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also work in London (9 miles east), City of Westminster (7 miles north-east), Marylebone (8 miles north-east), Kensington (5 miles north-east), St Pancras (9 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-east).
As a London location, Richmond upon Thames is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Well-known places in the area include Eel Pie Island Museum (1.5 miles south-west) and West Middlesex University Hospital (1.5 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Duke's Hollow and Richmond Hill.
- Schools near Richmond upon Thames include Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School (under half a mile south-east) and Kneller Hall Junior School (under half a mile north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The White Horse Richmond pub (less than half a mile north)
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Heston and Isleworth (2.4 miles west)
Limits to be aware of
Before booking, note that:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we see
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site