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Asbestos Artex Removal in Statenborough, Kent
Found something that might be asbestos in Statenborough? We provide testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings, explained in plain English.
- Coatings already disturbed
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Flaking textured ceilings
Artex removal for Statenborough
Artex removal near Statenborough
HSE’s code of practice says work on textured coatings will not normally be licensable. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work. Whether it’s extensions that cut into ceilings and structural work through coated ceilings, we deal with coated ceiling roses, coated plasterboard and stipple finishes and more.
Rural homes near Statenborough have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. Nothing is added to the job that you don’t need, and we will say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Where
- Statenborough (CT14)
- County
- Kent
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
What happens
If we’re taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We arrange testing
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that is what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Getting ready
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Getting a price
To get a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
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Textured ceilings in Statenborough
Statenborough is about 4 miles north-west of Deal, in Kent. Statenborough has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We cover 922 places across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 11 miles away.
If you are refurbishing flats near Sandwich station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. Older homes across Statenborough may have coatings added during past renovations. The coast is within about 5 miles of Statenborough, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of the CT14 postcode area. We also carry out Artex jobs in Felderland (1 mile east), Ham (1 mile south-east), Woodnesborough (1 mile north-west), Eastry (1 mile south-west) and Worth (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (11 miles west), Margate (9 miles north), Dover (8 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south-west), Ramsgate (7 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (9 miles north-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Sandown Castle (3.6 miles east) and The Precinct Toy Collection (1.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
- Local schools include Eastry Church of England Primary School (1 mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bull Inn And Rear Courtyard (0.9 miles south-west)
Common questions in Statenborough
Do you cover Statenborough from London?
We cover Statenborough, about 63 miles from central London.
Do you cover Statenborough and the area around Sandwich station?
Yes, we cover Statenborough and the area towards Sandwich station, about 1.4 miles north-east.
Do you work in Statenborough?
Yes. We cover Statenborough and the surrounding area as part of Kent. Send us the postcode for a quote.
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.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not before testing. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Looking will not tell you. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
Do you need a licence to remove Artex?
Normally not, according to HSE. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
What’s included, and what is not
A few things to be aware of:
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Materials we see
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Nearby places to Statenborough
Also in Statenborough
For businesses and landlords in Statenborough
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Prices and what affects them
Our quotes take into account:
- The quantity or area
- How easy it is to reach
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The type of material and its condition
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
What to photograph
For a quick quote, include:
- Damaged areas
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Where we could park
- Visible markings
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Choosing the right option
Testing first can save a lot: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
What you get
- Domestic and commercial work
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Reports and results you can share
See our prices page or our cost guide.
Materials we deal with
Textured walls
Walls are treated like ceilings.
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, but the coating underneath is the same.
Where asbestos turns up
Asbestos-free coatings were also made, so a textured ceiling isn’t automatically asbestos.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Coatings already disturbed
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings before plastering
For a school such as Sandwich Technology School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
Questions to ask before booking
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Any exclusions
- If the price includes VAT
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site