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Artex Removal in Upper Hardres
Artex removal across Upper Hardres and nearby. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Walls before tiling
- Coatings already disturbed
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Artex removal for Upper Hardres properties
According to HSE, textured coating work is normally non-licensed. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work. Common materials are textured walls, stipple finishes and swirl patterns, and typical jobs are structural work through coated ceilings and ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights.
In a village like Upper Hardres, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike, often added during past renovations. We explain what we find in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Location
- Upper Hardres (CT4)
- Area hub
- Kent
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Doing it yourself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
How it works
Waste is bagged and labelled as we go, for disposal at a permitted site. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the method and quote
- We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
- The waste is bagged, the room cleaned and the waste taken to a permitted site
How to prepare
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Let us know where we can park
- Dig out previous surveys
Ask for a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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Choosing the right option
Remove the coating, or the whole ceiling? Each has pros and cons, depending on the room. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
Why us?
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Domestic and commercial work
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
Take a look at how we quote and published price ranges.
Afterwards
Share the paperwork with your trades.
To avoid problems in future:
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
What to avoid
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces.
What we do and don’t cover
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
- We need the room cleared
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
What we deal with
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Disposal costs
- The survey scope
- The quantity or area
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Helping us quote
For a quick quote, include:
- A rough size or measurement
- An overall view
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The access route
To get a quote, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
What we deal with in Upper Hardres
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, which can make them crumble.
These are some of the things we deal with in Upper Hardres:
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Ceilings coming down
- Textured walls before a refit
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
If you are refurbishing a rental near Bekesbourne station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
Artex in Upper Hardres homes
Upper Hardres is about 4 miles south of Canterbury, in Kent. We cover Upper Hardres as part of Kent, for Artex jobs of every size. We cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent.
Older homes across Upper Hardres may have coatings added during past renovations. Upper Hardres is within about 5 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
We carry out Artex jobs all over CT4 and the streets around it. We can help with Artex jobs on streets such as Broxhall Road and Hardres Court Road or the roads around them, wherever it is in Upper Hardres. If your property is just outside Upper Hardres, we also cover Lynsore Bottom (1 mile south-east), Pett Bottom (1 mile north-east), Lower Hardres (1 mile north), Petham (2 miles west) and Street End (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ashford (11 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north), Dover (11 miles south-east), Folkestone (10 miles south), Whitstable (10 miles north) and Deal (13 miles east).
A little further out are Canterbury Castle (4.1 miles north) and Kent and Canterbury Hospital (3.5 miles north).
- Pubs nearby include The Duck pub (0.9 miles north-east)
Your questions about Artex removal in Upper Hardres
Do you work near Bekesbourne station?
Yes, we cover Upper Hardres and the area towards Bekesbourne station, about 3.9 miles north-east.
Do you come out to small villages like Upper Hardres?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
Covering it is an option if it’s intact, but never sand it first, and keep a record.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice; if you’re worried about your health, speak to your GP.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always. Sound material that will not be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
Do I need a test or a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
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A closer look at the materials
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, but the coating underneath is the same.
Patched areas
Patches may be newer material.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note