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Asbestos Artex Removal in South Street, Greater London
Artex removal in South Street: textured coating testing and removal. Planned to HSE guidance, with written results and paperwork.
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Coatings damaged by DIY
Artex removal for South Street
Common reasons for Artex jobs in South Street
Textured coatings continued to be made after asbestos was taken out of them, so a textured ceiling is not automatically asbestos.
Typical jobs in South Street include:
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
For rented flats close to Oxted station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- The scope of the job, in writing
Artex removal for South Street properties
Planning a renovation in South Street with textured ceilings? Get them tested before electricians or plasterers start. People often contact us about rented homes refurbished between tenants and loft conversions, involving coated ceiling roses, Artex ceilings and swirl patterns.
Ceilings in South Street conversions can have more than one coating, so we test each coating. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Where
- South Street (TN16)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Every quote reflects:
- The survey scope
- What the material is and its state
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The quantity or area
Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
Helping us quote
When you send photos, these help most:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A picture of the whole area
- A close-up from a safe distance
- A rough size or measurement
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we’ll recommend the right option.
A closer look at the materials
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
The process
We start by sealing and protecting the room, and keep the coating damp as we work. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you before carrying on.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking and access
- Dig out previous surveys
- Move things out of the way carefully
Get a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we will reply with a quote.
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What happens next
Covered coatings should be recorded.
Once we’re done:
- Test every different coating
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Send photos of the coatings
What to avoid
Test before the builders arrive.
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Which option is right?
Test, leave, cover or remove? If it’s intact and no work will go through it, leaving or covering can make sense; if you want smooth ceilings or need to cut into it, removal is typically better. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Why us?
- Covering London and the South East
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
Read how we price jobs or published price ranges.
South Street properties and textured coatings
South Street is about 4 miles north-east of Oxted, in Greater London. South Street has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We work in all 764 towns and villages in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from South Street to London (15 miles away).
A school like Charles Darwin School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested. In older homes in South Street, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 7 miles of South Street; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of the TN16 postcode area and the streets around it. Close by, we cover Tatsfield (1 mile west), Force Green (2 miles south-east), Titsey (2 miles south-west), Westerham (2 miles south-east) and Moorhouse Bank (3 miles south). We also cover nearby towns such as London (15 miles north-west), Stockwell (14 miles north-west), Orpington (6 miles north), Wimbledon (14 miles north-west), Kennington (15 miles north-west) and New Cross (13 miles north).
As a London location, South Street is inside the ULEZ, and parking and loading need planning: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Nearby you will also find Tandridge Priory (3.2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include West Kent Golf Course nature reserve and Betsom's Hill.
The scope of Artex removal
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and does not cover:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- We need the room cleared
- Other materials may need their own approach
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before booking.
Materials in South Street
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
For landlords, agents and businesses
For managing agents and freeholders in South Street, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Common questions in South Street
Do you work on properties in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Is the Artex in my South Street home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Only a test will tell you.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
Do you work on commercial premises?
We do, alongside homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Can I stay at home while you work?
Typically you can use other rooms: the work room is closed off until it’s finished.
Can you quote from photos?
Photos are often enough to give a quote, though some need a visit first.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Make the area safe first: close it off and do not clean it up yourself. Then get in touch and we will advise.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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