Medway · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Tunbridge Hill, Medway
Artex removal across Tunbridge Hill and nearby, for homeowners, landlords and businesses. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Ceilings before skimming
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Ceilings before downlights go in
Artex removal near Tunbridge Hill
Materials we deal with
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
Textured walls
Walls can have textured coatings too.
Artex removal near Tunbridge Hill
Not every textured coating contains asbestos. A small sample tells you which you have, so work can go ahead normally if it’s negative. Typical jobs include landlord refurbishments and walls before tiling, including coated plasterboard, coated ceiling roses and stipple finishes.
Rural homes near Tunbridge Hill have often been altered over generations, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Location
- Tunbridge Hill (ME3)
- County
- Medway
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY and asbestos
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Tunbridge Hill must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Why people call us in Tunbridge Hill
Renovations disturb coatings: sanding to smooth a ceiling, scraping it off dry or drilling for lights.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Ceilings before plastering
- Coatings already disturbed
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Loft conversions and extensions
For rented flats close to Gillingham (Kent) station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
What your quote should include
- Any exclusions
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
After the job
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
To avoid problems in future:
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Keep pets out of the work area
- File the test result and waste note
Avoid these
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Places near Tunbridge Hill
More for properties in Tunbridge Hill
What we do and do not cover
We are upfront about what’s included:
- Plastering and making good are typically separate jobs
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
What we deal with
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
Textured ceilings in Tunbridge Hill
Tunbridge Hill is about 5 miles north of Gillingham, in Medway. In Tunbridge Hill, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Tunbridge Hill is one of 68 places in Medway where we work. Our area stretches from Tunbridge Hill to Canterbury (about 24 miles away).
For a school such as The Hundred of Hoo Academy, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start.
For Artex jobs in ME3, just send the postcode and a few photos. Neighbouring places we cover include Kingsnorth (1 mile south), Fenn Street (1 mile north-west), Sharnal Street (1 mile north-west), St Mary Hoo (2 miles north) and High Halstow (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (5 miles south), Chatham (6 miles south-west), Rochester (5 miles south-west), Rainham (5 miles south), Strood (6 miles south-west) and Luton (5 miles south-west).
A little further out are Medway Maritime Hospital (4.5 miles south-west) and Upnor Castle (3.6 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Bishop Saltings.
What it costs
The biggest factors in the price are:
- Material and condition
- The quantity or area
- How many samples are needed
- The category of work
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Helping us quote
When you send photos, these help most:
- Visible markings
- A clear close-up
- An idea of size
- Where we could park
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Step by step
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and the room stays closed. Parking close by makes the day easier, so let us know about any restrictions.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Before we arrive
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
Get a quote
Each job is priced individually. To start, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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Common questions in Tunbridge Hill
Is asbestos common in Tunbridge Hill homes?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work near Gillingham (Kent) station?
Yes, we cover Tunbridge Hill and the area towards Gillingham (Kent) station, about 3.9 miles south-west.
Can you quote from photos?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; otherwise we’ll arrange a visit.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Can I just skim over it?
Covering it is an option if it’s intact, but never sand it first, and keep a record.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Normally not: HSE’s code of practice says textured coating work is not normally licensable, but larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified first.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
How much does Artex removal cost in Tunbridge Hill?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note