Medway · England
Artex Removal in Wigmore
Worried about asbestos in Wigmore? We provide testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings, explained in plain English.
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings before skimming
- Rented flats before redecoration
Get a quote for Wigmore
Why people call us in Wigmore
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some contained a small amount of white asbestos (chrysotile) for strength.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Ceilings before plastering
If you are refurbishing a rental near Rainham (Kent) station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
Questions to ask before booking
- What category of work it is
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Any exclusions
- What paperwork you get
About our artex removal in Wigmore
A textured ceiling in good condition is low risk if it’s left alone. The problem comes when it’s sanded, scraped dry, drilled or knocked through during a renovation. Typical materials include swirl patterns, coated ceiling roses and coated plasterboard, and people generally contact us about ceilings due to be knocked through or removed and flaking textured ceilings.
In Wigmore, textured coatings are often in several rooms, so each type needs testing. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Where
- Wigmore (ME8)
- Region
- Medway
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
How it works
Our team wears protective equipment, and keep the room closed while we work. The work area is kept clear while we’re working.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Getting ready
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Let us know where we can park
Questions from Wigmore
Do you cover Wigmore from London?
We cover Wigmore, about 31 miles from central London.
Do you work on properties in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
What does licensed work mean?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Of course. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
Is my textured ceiling in Wigmore asbestos?
Not necessarily, as many do not. A test will tell you.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test answers the question for the materials sampled; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
How dangerous is asbestos?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, which is why identifying it first matters.
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What happens next
We clean the room and dispose of the waste legally, and you get the paperwork.
Keeping things safe:
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Give us room sizes
- File the test result and waste note
- Photos help us quote
What to avoid
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.
Wigmore properties and textured coatings
Wigmore is about 1 mile south-east of Gillingham, in Medway. For Artex jobs in Wigmore, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. We work in all 68 towns and villages in Medway. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 22 miles away.
Older homes across Wigmore may have coatings added during past renovations. For a school such as Park Wood Infant School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. Parts of the Kent Downs National Landscape are within about 7 miles of Wigmore; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
For Artex jobs in ME8, just send the postcode and a few photos. Local streets include Durham Road, Harvey Road and Arthur Road; we cover every one. Close by, we cover Park Wood (1 mile south), Hempstead (1 mile west), Twydall (1 mile north), Gillingham (1 mile north-west) and Capstone (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Chatham (3 miles west), Rochester (5 miles north-west), Strood (6 miles north-west), Luton (3 miles west), Lordswood (3 miles south-west) and Hoo St Werburgh (5 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Upnor Castle (4.6 miles north-west) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.6 miles north-west). Open spaces near Wigmore include Boxley Hills and Bishop Saltings.
- Local schools include Rainham School for Girls (0.5 miles north) and Howard School (0.5 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Railway pub (1 mile north-east)
Which option is right?
A low price may mean shortcuts, which releases fibres. Ask how the coating will be removed and where the waste goes. A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Why us?
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Clear advice on your options
- Covering London and the South East
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
Take a look at how we price jobs or published price ranges.
Can I do it myself?
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
Duty holders and landlords in Wigmore
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
If you manage or own a block in Wigmore, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
What we do and do not cover
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
Common materials
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
What affects the price in Wigmore
Quotes vary because of:
- Disposal costs
- Access to the area
- Licensed or non-licensed
- The survey scope
We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Photos that help
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- A clear close-up
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Cracks or breaks
- Labels, if any
Each job is priced individually. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 to get started.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site