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Asbestos Artex Removal in Riverhead, Kent
Artex removal in Riverhead: removal of textured ceilings and walls. Send us photos and we’ll tell you what you need.
- Textured walls before a refit
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Coatings damaged by DIY
Artex removal for Riverhead
Textured ceilings in Riverhead
Riverhead is about 1 mile west of Sevenoaks, in Kent. Riverhead has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Riverhead is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. Our area stretches from Riverhead to London (19 miles away).
In older homes in Riverhead, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. For a school such as Amherst School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 4 miles of Riverhead, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
Anywhere in TN13 and TN14, Artex removal is available. We can help with Artex jobs on streets such as London Road, Hamlin Road and Witches Lane. If your property is just outside Riverhead, we also cover Dunton Green (1 mile north), Bessels Green (1 mile south-west), Sevenoaks (1 mile east), Chipstead (1 mile west) and Kippington (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also work in Maidstone (15 miles east), Dartford (11 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south), Gravesend (14 miles north-east), Tonbridge (8 miles south-east) and Northfleet (13 miles north-east).
A little further out are Kemsing Castle Bank (3 miles north-east) and Sevenoaks Museum (1.4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Riverhead include Dryhill Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
- Schools near Riverhead include Trinity School (less than half a mile north)
- Local pubs include The Beehive Public House (within half a mile west)
Artex removal near Riverhead
Removing an asbestos textured coating means sealing off the room, keeping the coating wet and never sanding or scraping it dry. Typical jobs include ceilings before downlights go in and damaged or cracked coatings, involving stipple finishes, coated ceiling roses and textured walls.
In towns and villages like Riverhead, textured ceilings are a common renovation find, and testing comes first. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Area
- Riverhead (TN13, TN14)
- County
- Kent
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Looking after things afterwards
File the result and the paperwork.
Going forward:
- Photos help us quote
- Keep pets away
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Plan around the closed rooms
What to avoid
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Test before the builders arrive.
Prices and what affects them
The cost depends on:
- How much there is
- Material and condition
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- How many samples are needed
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Helping us quote
What to photograph:
- A rough size or measurement
- Street parking nearby
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- A wide shot showing where the material is
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
Good to know
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and does not cover:
- Other materials may need their own approach
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- Untested coatings are tested first, since a negative result changes everything
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials in Riverhead
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
Materials we deal with
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Textured walls
Walls can have textured coatings too.
The process
If we are taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible and bagged or wrapped. Parking close by makes the day easier, so let us know about any restrictions.
- Describe the rooms and coatings
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- The waste is bagged, the room cleaned and the waste taken to a permitted site
How to prepare
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Getting a price
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
FAQs for Riverhead
Do you cover Riverhead and the area around Sevenoaks station?
Yes. Sevenoaks station is about 0.8 miles south-east of Riverhead, and we cover both.
Do you work on properties in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Can you quote from photos?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; if not, we will arrange to see it.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily: plenty of textured coatings contain no asbestos. A sample test tells you which you have.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
For landlords, agents and businesses
If you’re responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in Riverhead, you have a duty to manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Where asbestos turns up
Older coatings are often painted over many times, which can make them look newer than they are.
Typical jobs in Riverhead include:
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
If you are refurbishing a rental near Sevenoaks station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
What to look for in a quote
- What category of work it is
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Which areas and materials are covered
Options to consider in Riverhead
Strip the coating or take the boards down? Each has pros and cons, depending on the room. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
How we work in Riverhead
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Work done to the regulations
Read our prices page and our cost guide.
Places near Riverhead
More for properties in Riverhead
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note