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Artex Removal in Upper Norwood
Any pre-2000 building in Upper Norwood may contain asbestos. We offer testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Coatings already disturbed
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
Artex removal for Upper Norwood
A closer look at the materials
Textured walls
They’re tested and removed in the same way as ceilings.
Patched areas
Patches may be newer material.
Artex removal near Upper Norwood
If your renovation in Upper Norwood involves textured ceilings, get them tested before electricians or plasterers start. People often contact us about ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights and ceilings coming down, involving coated plasterboard, coated ceiling roses and swirl patterns.
Textured ceilings are a common find in renovations in areas like Upper Norwood, sometimes hidden under later layers of paint. Paperwork is part of every job, because buyers, landlords and builders often ask for it.
- Location
- Upper Norwood (SE19, SE27, SE21)
- Region
- Greater London
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
After we have finished in Upper Norwood
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Give us room sizes
- Keep the results and paperwork
Things not to do
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Upper Norwood
Asbestos-free coatings were also made, so a textured ceiling isn’t automatically asbestos.
In older properties, we often see:
- Textured walls before a refit
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Landlord refurbishments
- Structural work through coated ceilings
A school like Hillcrest should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested.
What your quote should include
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Whether VAT is included
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
Responsibilities for owners
If you manage or own a block in Upper Norwood, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Artex removal around Upper Norwood
Upper Norwood is about 4 miles south-east of Stockwell, in Greater London. Properties in Upper Norwood range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Upper Norwood is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 6 miles away.
In older homes in Upper Norwood, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Gipsy Hill station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
Anywhere in SE19, SE27 and SE21, we can help with Artex removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. That could mean a property on Dover Road, Hawke Road and Tudor Road. With the A214 close by, Upper Norwood is easy for us to reach. If your property is just outside Upper Norwood, we also cover Norwood New Town (1 mile west), Gipsy Hill (1 mile north-east), West Norwood (1 mile north-west), Crystal Palace (1 mile east) and Anerley (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include London (6 miles north), City of Westminster (7 miles north-west), Marylebone (7 miles north), Kensington (7 miles north-west), St Pancras (7 miles north) and Shoreditch (7 miles north).
Upper Norwood is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: let us know about parking and access when you get in touch.
Other landmarks nearby include Crystal Palace Museum (0.5 miles east) and Whitgift Centre (3.1 miles south). Open spaces near Upper Norwood include Dulwich Upper Wood and Knight's Hill.
- Schools near Upper Norwood include Rockmount Primary School (under half a mile west) and Virgo Fidelis Convent Senior School (within half a mile north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Sparrowhawk pub (within half a mile east)
- Local facilities include St Leonard's (2 miles west)
Prices and what affects them
Every quote reflects:
- How much there is
- Access to the area
- The category of work
- Disposal costs
Dealing with asbestos before building work is normally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
What to photograph
Photo tips:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A rough size or measurement
- Labels, if any
- Street parking nearby
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we will recommend the right option.
Choosing the right option
You will find DIY products for removing Artex, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Always test first. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why people choose us
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Accredited laboratory results
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
Take a look at how we quote or published price ranges.
The process
For board removal, we take the boards down in whole pieces and bagged or wrapped. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- We sample each different coating for testing
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
How to get a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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Should you do it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Questions from Upper Norwood
Could my house in Upper Norwood contain asbestos?
Any home in Upper Norwood built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but you can’t tell by looking. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do textured ceilings in Upper Norwood homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings do not contain asbestos. Only a test will tell you.
Does weather affect the work?
It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes: shops, offices, industrial units and community buildings as well as homes. Non-domestic premises have a duty holder who should hold an asbestos register.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep everyone away and don’t clean it up. Then contact us for advice.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always: sound material that won’t be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Of course. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not every coating does: plenty of textured coatings contain no asbestos. A sample test tells you which you have.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site