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Artex Removal for South Bermondsey
Looking for Artex removal in South Bermondsey? We cover South Bermondsey and the surrounding area, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Loft conversions
- Damaged or cracked coatings
Artex removal in South Bermondsey
Artex removal near South Bermondsey
Covering an intact coating is one option, but the asbestos remains and needs recording. Common materials are coated ceiling roses, swirl patterns and coated plasterboard, and people usually contact us about ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights and loft conversions.
Ceilings in South Bermondsey conversions can have more than one coating, so we test each coating. If you’re unsure what you need, ask: we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Area
- South Bermondsey (SE16, SE15, SE1)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Limits to be aware of
A few things to be aware of:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Other materials may need their own approach
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before you book.
What we deal with
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Options to consider in South Bermondsey
Testing first can save a lot: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why people choose us
- Work done to the regulations
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Records for your files
Take a look at how we price jobs and the cost guide.
DIY and asbestos
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
Responsibilities for owners
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
What affects the price in South Bermondsey
When we quote, we look at:
- Material and condition
- How many samples are needed
- Access to the area
- Disposal costs
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
What to photograph
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Visible markings
- Damaged areas
- An overall view
- The access route
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
Step by step
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and the room stays closed. When we’re done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- We plan the method and 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
Getting ready
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Mention any parking restrictions
How to get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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Questions from South Bermondsey
Do you work in South Bermondsey despite London parking restrictions?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Do older homes in South Bermondsey have asbestos?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in South Bermondsey may have it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.
Can I just skim over it?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but never sand it first, and keep a record.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Send the details.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey looks at everything in scope, including things you hadn’t spotted.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: close it off and do not clean it up yourself. Then get in touch and we will advise.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop work, leave the area and don’t try to clean up. Then ask for advice.
Textured ceilings in South Bermondsey
South Bermondsey is about 2 miles north-west of New Cross, in Greater London. We cover South Bermondsey as part of Greater London, whatever the size of the job. We work in 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
If you’re refurbishing flats near South Bermondsey station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. If your home is one of the older properties in South Bermondsey, near Church of St Augustine or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Wherever your property is in SE16, SE15 and SE1, we can help with Artex removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a property on Tenda Road, Rolls Road and Simms Road or the roads around them. Being close to the A2208, South Bermondsey is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include Surrey Canal (1 mile east), Surrey Quays (1 mile north-east), Bermondsey (1 mile north-west), Peckham (1 mile south) and Rotherhithe (1 mile north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as City of Westminster (4 miles north-west), Marylebone (4 miles north-west), Kensington (6 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles north-west), Shoreditch (3 miles north) and Walthamstow (7 miles north).
South Bermondsey is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Well-known places in the area include Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (0.8 miles north-east) and Nunhead (1.3 miles south). The countryside around South Bermondsey includes St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Schools near South Bermondsey include City of London Academy (under half a mile north-west) and Southwark Free School (less than half a mile south-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Kentish Drovers Public House (under half a mile south)
Common reasons for Artex jobs in South Bermondsey
Most problems come during renovation: sanding, dry scraping or drilling releases fibres.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Landlord refurbishments
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
A school like Ilderton Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- The scope of the job, in writing
- What category of work it is
Materials, one by one
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
Artex ceilings
Patterned ceilings are the classic example.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note