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Artex Removal for Shadwell
Any pre-2000 building in Shadwell may contain asbestos. Our artex removal service covers removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Landlord refurbishments
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
Asbestos help in Shadwell
Why people call us in Shadwell
Textured coatings continued to be made after asbestos was taken out of them, so a textured ceiling isn’t automatically asbestos.
People typically contact us about one of these:
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Walls before tiling
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Non-domestic buildings like Peter Hills with St Mary's and St Paul's CofE Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings.
What your quote should include
- If the price includes VAT
- The documents you will receive
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- Which laboratory analyses samples
Artex removal for Shadwell properties
Many Artex ceilings contain no asbestos at all. A small sample tells you which you have, so work can go ahead normally if it’s negative. Whether it’s flaking textured ceilings and ceilings due to be knocked through or removed, we cover stipple finishes, coated ceiling roses and swirl patterns and more.
In flats and houses around Shadwell, textured ceilings often turn up during renovation, often painted over many times. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
- Area
- Shadwell (SE16, E1, E1W)
- County
- Greater London
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Nearby places to Shadwell
What else we do in Shadwell
DIY and asbestos
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
Textured ceilings in Shadwell
Shadwell is about 1 mile south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. Shadwell is within our Greater London area, whatever the size of the job. Shadwell is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work.
If your home is one of the older properties in Shadwell, near St Paul's Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. If you’re refurbishing flats near Wapping station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
We carry out Artex jobs all over the SE16, E1 and E1W postcode area. Streets in the area include Swan Road, Thame Road and Brunel Road, and Artex removal is available on all of them. With the A101 and A126 close by, Shadwell is easy for us to reach. Close by, we cover Ratcliff (1 mile north), East End of London (1 mile north-west), Wapping (1 mile west), St George in the East (1 mile west) and Limehouse (1 mile north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as City of Westminster (5 miles west), Marylebone (4 miles west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles north-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north) and Hampstead (7 miles north-west).
As a London location, Shadwell is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Well-known places in the area include Tower of London (1.3 miles west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (0.8 miles south). Open spaces near Shadwell include Lavender Pond and Tower Hill.
- Schools near Shadwell include Bacon's College (less than half a mile south-east) and St Mellitus College (0.6 miles west)
- Local pubs include Prospect of Whitby pub (under half a mile west)
- Other local spots include Holy Trinity (1.2 miles north) and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (1.6 miles north-west)
Shadwell: your questions answered
Do you cover Shadwell and the area around Wapping station?
Yes. Wapping station is close to the centre of Shadwell, and we cover the whole area.
Can you work in Shadwell with London’s parking rules?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan; all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
How dangerous is asbestos?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Don’t try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily, as many don’t. A test will tell you.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Can I just skim over it?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but don’t sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors in the price are:
- The survey scope
- The category of work
- Access to the area
- The quantity or area
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- A photo of the whole area
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Where we could park
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Your options compared
What are the options for Artex? Intact coatings with no work planned can often stay; for smooth ceilings or work through the ceiling, removal is normally best. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Why choose us
- No removal until we know what it is
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Written quotes that say what’s included
Take a look at how we quote and our cost guide.
What’s included, and what is not
Before you book, note that:
- Other materials may need their own approach
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials in Shadwell
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
Step by step
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. Before anything starts, we confirm the areas and materials with you.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
How to prepare
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Let us know where we can park
- Find any old asbestos reports
Get a quote
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Related guides
Afterwards
If other rooms have textured coatings, record whether they’ve been tested, for future work.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Plan around the closed rooms
- File the test result and waste note
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Empty the rooms in advance
Avoid these
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating.
Don’t drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
A closer look at the materials
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site