Medway · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Sharnal Street, Medway
Artex removal in Sharnal Street: Artex removal, with testing first. Send us photos and we will tell you what you need.
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Ceilings before downlights go in
Need Artex removal in Sharnal Street?
Artex removal for Sharnal Street properties
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but the asbestos is still there and should be recorded for future work. Common materials are coated plasterboard, coated ceiling roses and stipple finishes, and people generally contact us about coatings scraped during DIY and ceilings before plastering.
In a village like Sharnal Street, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. Everything is explained in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Area
- Sharnal Street (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Painted coatings
The sample includes the coating itself.
Textured walls
They’re tested and removed in the same way as ceilings.
The scope of Artex removal
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and doesn’t cover:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we see
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
Where asbestos turns up
Many trades want a test result first.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Walls before tiling
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Gillingham (Kent) station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Before you book anyone
- The scope of the job, in writing
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- What paperwork you get
Artex in Sharnal Street homes
Sharnal Street is about 5 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. Anywhere in Sharnal Street, just send the postcode, and we will quote. Sharnal Street is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we work. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
In older homes in Sharnal Street, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Non-domestic buildings like High Halstow Primary Academy should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
Anywhere in ME3, Artex removal is available. Close by, we cover Fenn Street (1 mile north-east), High Halstow (1 mile north-west), Tunbridge Hill (1 mile south-east), Kingsnorth (1 mile south-east) and Hoo St Werburgh (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (5 miles south), Chatham (6 miles south), Rochester (5 miles south-west), Rainham (6 miles south), Strood (5 miles south-west) and Luton (5 miles south).
A little further out are Upnor Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Medway Maritime Hospital (4.5 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Bishop Saltings.
- Schools near Sharnal Street include The Hundred of Hoo Academy (1.8 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Red Dog Public House (0.9 miles north-west)
How we work
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, then keep the coating wet throughout. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- We sample each different coating for testing
- We go through the options and send a quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Getting ready
- Make sure we can get to the area
- Tell us about parking and access
- Let us know if something’s broken
Getting a price
To get a quote, 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.
Helpful guides
DIY and asbestos
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
What it costs
These are the main things that affect the price of Artex removal:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Access to the area
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The survey scope
There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Sending photos
For a quick quote, include:
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Cracks or breaks
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A photo of the whole area
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
What happens next
Share the paperwork with your trades.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Each different coating needs testing
- Give us room sizes
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Send photos of the coatings
Avoid these
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Also near Sharnal Street
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Your options compared
Test, leave, cover or remove? If it’s intact and no work will go through it, leaving or covering can make sense; for smooth ceilings or work through the ceiling, removal is generally best. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why us?
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Domestic and commercial work
- Quotes that spell out the scope
Read how we quote or the cost guide.
Your questions about Artex removal in Sharnal Street
Do you cover Sharnal Street and the area around Gillingham (Kent) station?
Yes. Gillingham (Kent) station is about 3.9 miles south of Sharnal Street, and we cover both.
How far is Sharnal Street from London?
Sharnal Street is about 29 miles from central London, well within our area.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Do not try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Only once you know it’s clear. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
How much does Artex removal cost in Sharnal Street?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, and we quote once the coating has been tested.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, as long as the seller agrees.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Looking will not tell you. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, especially in buildings from before 2000.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site