Kent · England
Artex Removal in Ringwould
Any pre-2000 building in Ringwould may contain asbestos. We offer textured coating testing and removal.
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
Get a quote for Ringwould
The process
Our team wears protective equipment, and the room stays closed. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down.
- 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
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
How to prepare
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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Artex removal in Ringwould
Removing an asbestos textured coating means sealing off the room, keeping the coating wet and never sanding or scraping it dry, with the waste bagged and taken to a permitted site. Common materials are coated ceiling roses, stipple finishes and swirl patterns, and typical jobs are ceilings before skimming and extensions that cut into ceilings.
Village homes like those in Ringwould have often been altered several times, so coatings may date from earlier work. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance, whatever the size of the job.
- Where
- Ringwould (CT14)
- County
- Kent
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What we deal with in Ringwould
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, so age is hard to judge.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Landlord refurbishments
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
Older homes across Ringwould may have coatings added during past renovations.
What to look for in a quote
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
After the job
File the result and the paperwork.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- File the test result and waste note
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Send photos of the coatings
Things not to do
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Your options compared
Skimming over Artex is an option, but never sand it first, and it remains in place. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
Why choose us
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Domestic and commercial work
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
Take a look at our prices page or published price ranges.
Your questions about Artex removal in Ringwould
Do you cover small places like Ringwould?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Do you cover Ringwould and the area around Walmer station?
Yes. Walmer station is about 1.3 miles north of Ringwould, and we cover both.
Does someone need to be there?
Someone has to let us into all the areas in the job, and it helps if you’re around to answer questions.
Do you need a licence to remove Artex?
Normally not, according to HSE. Larger steam or gel jobs must be notified first.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Work in that area should stop, then have the material identified before anything else happens.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
The work room is sealed and kept clear. You may be able to use the rest of the house.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes: shops, offices, industrial units and community buildings as well as homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
Textured ceilings in Ringwould
Ringwould is about 2 miles south of Deal, in Kent. Ringwould is within our Kent area, whatever the size of the job. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 14 miles away.
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Walmer station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. For a school such as Kingsdown and Ringwould CofE Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. Ringwould is within about 3 miles of the coast; indoor work like textured coating removal is not affected by the weather.
We carry out Artex jobs all over CT14. Whether your property is on Back Street, Front Street and Queen's Rise or a nearby road, the process is the same. Ringwould is on the A258, so it’s easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also cover Kingsdown (1 mile east), Martin (1 mile south-west), Martin Mill (1 mile south-west), Sutton (2 miles north-west) and East Langdon (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also work in Canterbury (14 miles north-west), Margate (14 miles north), Dover (5 miles south-west), Folkestone (11 miles south-west), Ramsgate (11 miles north) and Broadstairs (13 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Walmer Castle (1.6 miles north-east) and St Margaret's Museum (2.6 miles south).
- Schools near Ringwould include Goodwin Academy (2.2 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find Five Bells pub (under half a mile east)
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What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- The category of work
- The type of material and its condition
- Parking and access charges
- How many samples are needed
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Sending photos
What to photograph:
- A rough size or measurement
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- A close-up from a safe distance
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
What’s included, and what isn’t
A few things to be aware of:
- We need the room cleared
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
What we deal with
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
DIY and asbestos
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
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.
For businesses and landlords in Ringwould
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note