Artex Removal

Derry Artex removal

Reliable, fixed-price Artex removal for homeowners, landlords, letting agents and property developers in Derry and across County Londonderry.

  • Covering Galliagh, Drumahoe and all of Derry
  • One fixed price, agreed up front
  • Experienced, local teams
  • Fast replies, usually the same day

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Service
Artex removal
Location
Derry, County Londonderry (Northern Ireland)
Postcodes
BT47, BT48
Areas
Galliagh, Drumahoe, Prehen, Strathfoyle, Brandywell, Rosemount
Typical cost
Skimming over Artex on a typical bedroom ceiling usually costs £300 to £550. Asbestos sample testing is usually £30 to £80 per sample. Full removal is usually £25 to £45 per square metre for non-asbestos coatings.
Quotes
Free and fixed-price, usually the same day

About our Derry service

If you are living or working in Derry knows the area: Derry is northern Ireland's second city on the River Foyle near the Donegal border, known for its complete 17th-century walls, shirt-making heritage and a young population. We cover all of it, from Galliagh to Drumahoe.

We deal with Artex removal for homeowners, landlords, letting agents and property developers in Derry every week. Jobs are done properly, at a clear price and finished on time.

Local buildings are largely Victorian terraces, post-war estates, semis and modern detached homes, so we price every job around the property, parking and access and timing.

In Derry we often skim over Artex while a house is empty between completion and moving in, which is the easiest time to protect the rooms.

We recommend testing any textured coating in a Derry property built or decorated before 2000 before anyone scrapes or drills it.

Popular jobs in Derry

Popular Artex removal jobs we carry out in Derry:

See everything we offer or read our cost guide.

Before you book in Derry

The biggest factor in price, after size, is access in Derry. Tight streets, permit parking and upper floors all take extra time, so let us know about them up front.

Arranging Artex removal in Derry takes four simple steps: send your details, get a fixed price, choose a date, and we do the work.

What you can expect in Derry

Because we work across County Londonderry every week, we can often fit Derry jobs in quickly and plan the work around your schedule.

  • Smooth, flat finish
  • Clean and tidy
  • Clear pricing

Artex removal in Derry: FAQs

Do you work in Galliagh and other parts of Derry?

Yes, we do. Our service covers all of Derry, including Galliagh, Drumahoe, Prehen, Strathfoyle, Brandywell and Rosemount, plus nearby Lisburn, Belfast, Newry and Ayr.

Which Derry postcodes do you cover?

Every postcode in Derry is covered, including BT47 and BT48. If you are just outside Derry, send your postcode anyway and we will check.

How much should I expect to pay for Artex removal in Derry?

Prices vary with the job. Prices in Derry depend on the size of the job and access and timing, so the quickest way to an exact figure is to send your details. Our cost guide gives typical UK prices.

How fast can you get to Derry?

Most Derry enquiries get a reply the same day, and the majority of bookings can be scheduled within a week or two. If it is urgent, say so and we will try to fit you in sooner.

When can I paint the ceiling?

New plaster usually needs between three and seven days to dry, depending on the weather and ventilation. Once it has turned an even pale pink, apply a watered-down mist coat first, then your normal emulsion.

Covering all of Derry

Wherever you are, from Galliagh, Drumahoe, Prehen or Strathfoyle, the service is the same.

If your postcode starts with BT47 or BT48, we can help.

With the A2, A5 and A6 serving the area, our teams get to Derry easily from anywhere in County Londonderry.

We regularly work close to Foyleside Shopping Centre and Derry city walls, as well as the quieter streets of Strathfoyle and Brandywell.

To give you an idea, the main station is Londonderry station.

  • Galliagh
  • Drumahoe
  • Prehen
  • Strathfoyle
  • Brandywell
  • Rosemount
  • Bogside
  • Waterside
  • Creggan
  • Shantallow
  • Culmore
  • Pennyburn

Postcodes:

  • BT47
  • BT48

What to have ready for your Derry quote

  • Have any textured coating applied before 2000 sampled and lab tested before work
  • Decide whether you want a skim over, overboarding or full removal
  • Get a written quote that lists testing, preparation, plastering, repairs and waste
  • Check how the contractor will deal with deep peaks without sanding
  • Arrange for light fittings to be isolated and removed by an electrician if needed

New to this? Our glossary explains the jargon, and our guides cover costs and what to expect.

Nearby areas

We also cover the areas around Derry, including:

See all Artex removal locations in Northern Ireland or every area we cover.

Get your free Derry quote

Send us the details using the quote form. We cover all of Derry and County Londonderry, and we aim to reply the same day.

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From the blog: Cracked or damaged Artex ceiling? Causes and what to do next. Artex asbestos test results explained: what your lab report means.

Further reading: Artex and asbestos. Having Artex skimmed.

Last updated 6 November 2026