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Artex Removal for South Norwood
Worried about asbestos in South Norwood? We provide removal of textured ceilings and walls, explained in plain English.
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Walls before tiling
Asbestos help in South Norwood
Textured ceilings in South Norwood
South Norwood is about 5 miles south-east of Stockwell, in Greater London. Properties in South Norwood range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We work in 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 7 miles away.
A school like St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start. If you are refurbishing flats near Norwood Junction station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
For Artex jobs in SE25, SE20 and CR0, just send the postcode and a few photos. Whether your property is on Park Road, Court Road and Dixon Road or a nearby road, we can help. With the A213 close by, South Norwood is easy for us to reach. Other places close to South Norwood we cover include Selhurst (1 mile north), Woodside (1 mile south), Ashburton (1 mile south), Elmers End (1 mile east) and Addiscombe (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover London (7 miles north), City of Westminster (9 miles north-west), Marylebone (9 miles north), Kensington (9 miles north-west), St Pancras (9 miles north) and Shoreditch (9 miles north).
As a London location, South Norwood is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
A little further out are Whitgift Centre (2 miles south-west) and Croydon University Hospital (1.7 miles south-west). The countryside around South Norwood includes Dulwich Upper Wood and Duppas Hill.
- Nearby schools include Harris Academy South Norwood (less than half a mile north-west)
- Local pubs include The Albion pub (under half a mile north-east)
- Local facilities include Addiscombe (1.3 miles south)
How artex removal works in South Norwood
According to HSE, textured coating work is normally non-licensed. Bigger jobs using steam or gel must be notified before they start. From ceilings due for plastering or skimming and landlord refurbishments, we cover coated plasterboard, Artex ceilings and stipple finishes.
In London conversions like those in South Norwood, one ceiling may have several coatings from different decades, so each may need testing. Clear answers come first: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Area
- South Norwood (SE25, SE20, CR0)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Places near South Norwood
Also in South Norwood
What we deal with in South Norwood
Older coatings are often painted over many times, which can make them look newer than they are.
Asbestos can be in a lot of places in buildings from before 2000. Common situations include:
- Landlord refurbishments
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Coatings damaged by DIY
If your home is one of the older properties in South Norwood, near Church of St Mark or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Questions to ask before booking
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
Responsibilities for owners
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
Materials we deal with
Textured walls
They’re tested and removed in the same way as ceilings.
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
Weighing up your options
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Always test first. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
What you get
- Records for your files
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Across London and the South East
- Quotes that spell out the scope
See how we price jobs or our cost guide.
How we price Artex removal
What drives the price:
- Travel and parking
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- How much there is
- The number of samples or the size of the building
Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
What to photograph
A few photos can save a site visit:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A clear close-up
- Damaged areas
- Street parking nearby
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Doing it yourself?
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Your questions about Artex removal in South Norwood
Can you work in South Norwood with London’s parking rules?
Yes, we work across London. Tell us about parking, permits and access so we can plan.
Do you work near Norwood Junction station?
Yes. Norwood Junction station is close to the centre of South Norwood, and we cover the whole area.
What paperwork will I get?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
How much does Artex removal cost in South Norwood?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, and we quote once the coating has been tested.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
How can I get a price?
Just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No: skips and household bins can’t take asbestos. It must go to a permitted site.
After we have finished in South Norwood
File the result and the paperwork.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Plan around the closed rooms
What to avoid
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Test before the builders arrive.
How we work
Our team wears protective equipment, and keep the room closed while we work. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Clear the way to the work area
- Mention any parking restrictions
How to get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Helpful guides
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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