Artex Removal

Artex removal in Exeter, Devon

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  • Covering Whipton, Newtown and all of Exeter
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  • Experienced, local teams
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Service
Artex removal
Location
Exeter, Devon (South West)
Postcodes
EX1, EX2, EX4
Areas
Whipton, Newtown, Wonford, Countess Wear, Heavitree, St Thomas
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

Artex removal across Exeter and Devon

Exeter is Devon's historic cathedral city and county town, with a large university, the Met Office and a growing population spreading into new suburbs east of the city. We carry out Artex removal throughout Exeter, from Whipton and Newtown to Wonford.

Artex removal in Exeter should be simple. Send us a few details about what you need, and we will come back with a fixed price and the earliest date we can do it.

We regularly deal with Georgian townhouses, Victorian terraces and modern student lets. Every property is a little different, so every quote is based on your details.

A lot of the homes in and around Exeter were built or redecorated between the 1960s and 1990s, which is exactly when Artex was at its most popular.

In Exeter we regularly see swirl and stipple ceilings in hallways, landings and bedrooms that owners want brought up to date before selling or letting.

Questions about Artex removal in Exeter

Do you work in Whipton and other parts of Exeter?

Yes. We cover the whole of Exeter, including Whipton, Newtown, Wonford, Countess Wear, Heavitree and St Thomas, as well as Torquay, Taunton, Barnstaple and Plymouth.

What postcodes do you cover in Exeter?

We cover all Exeter postcodes, including EX1, EX2 and EX4. If you are on the edge of Exeter, send your postcode anyway and we will confirm.

What does Artex removal cost in Exeter?

Prices vary with the job. Your price come down to the size of the job and access and timing, so send your details for an exact fixed price. Our cost guide gives typical UK prices.

How soon can you book a job in Exeter?

Most Exeter enquiries get a reply the same day, and most jobs can be scheduled within one to two weeks. If it is urgent, say so and we will try to fit you in sooner.

Can I just paint over Artex?

Yes, you can paint it, but the texture stays. If you want a modern smooth ceiling, it needs to be skimmed or removed.

Areas and postcodes we cover in Exeter

Whether you are in Whipton, Newtown, Wonford or Countess Wear, the service is the same.

Any postcode starting with EX1 or EX2 or EX4, we can help.

Thanks to the M5, A30 and A38 serving the area, our teams can reach Exeter quickly from across Devon.

Plenty of our Exeter jobs are near Exeter Quay, as well as the quieter streets of Countess Wear and Heavitree.

  • Whipton
  • Newtown
  • Wonford
  • Countess Wear
  • Heavitree
  • St Thomas
  • Pennsylvania
  • St Leonard's
  • Exwick
  • Pinhoe
  • Alphington
  • Topsham

Postcodes:

  • EX1
  • EX2
  • EX4

Popular jobs in Exeter

Popular Artex removal jobs we carry out in Exeter:

See everything we offer or read our cost guide.

Before you book in Exeter

Not sure what you need? Describe the problem in your own words. We will suggest the right option for your Exeter property and explain why.

The process in Exeter is easy: you tell us about the job, we send a firm fixed price, you pick a date, and the job gets done.

Why choose us in Exeter

People in Exeter choose us because the price is agreed before anything starts, we arrive when agreed, and the job is left clean and finished properly.

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

What to have ready for your Exeter quote

  • Plan where you will sleep or work if a bedroom or office is being done
  • Allow three to seven days for the plaster to dry before you paint
  • Buy contract matt emulsion for the mist coat rather than vinyl paint
  • Find out roughly when the property was built or last decorated
  • Have any textured coating applied before 2000 sampled and lab tested before work

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

Also covering near Exeter

Not in Exeter itself? We also work across nearby locations such as:

See all Artex removal locations in South West or every area we cover.

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From the blog: Drilling into Artex: fitting downlights, alarms and fixings safely. Selling a house with Artex ceilings: does it put buyers off?.

Further reading: Having Artex skimmed. DIY Artex removal vs hiring a professional.

Last updated 6 November 2026