Manchester Artex removal

Artex removal in Manchester without the hassle. Quotes are free and there is no obligation.

Covering Moss Side, Levenshulme and all of Manchester
Fast replies, usually the same day
One fixed price, agreed up front
Experienced, local teams

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Fixed price, no obligation. We aim to reply the same day.

Service: Artex removal
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester (North West)
Postcodes: M1, M2, M3, M4, M13, M14, M15, M20
Areas: Moss Side, Levenshulme, Ardwick, Northern Quarter, Ancoats, Castlefield
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 Manchester and Greater Manchester

Anyone living or working in Manchester knows the area: Manchester is major north west city and regional economic centre, with universities, media, finance and tech sectors, dense city-centre apartments and Victorian suburbs. We work right across it, including Moss Side to Levenshulme.

We offer Artex removal across Manchester and the surrounding Greater Manchester area. Big job or small, we give you one clear price before any work is booked.

Our Manchester jobs cover City-centre apartments, Victorian terraces, semis and student houses. Every property brings its own access and timing considerations, which is why every quote is based on your details.

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

Landlords and letting agents in Manchester often have Artex skimmed between tenancies, because a smooth ceiling is far easier to repaint and keep looking fresh.

Popular jobs in Manchester

Whatever the job in Manchester, we can help with:

See everything we offer or read our cost guide.

Before you book in Manchester

We are happy to work around whoever is on site in Manchester. Let us know when suits you best and we will plan the visit around that.

The process is quick: fill in the form, we reply with a price (usually the same day), you confirm, and the job is completed in Manchester on the agreed date.

Local service in Manchester

Because we work across Greater Manchester every week, we can usually fit Manchester jobs in quickly and plan the work around your schedule.

Safety first
Smooth, flat finish
Clean and tidy

Questions about Artex removal in Manchester

Do you work in Moss Side and other parts of Manchester?

Yes. Our service covers all of Manchester, including Moss Side, Levenshulme, Ardwick, Northern Quarter, Ancoats and Castlefield, plus nearby Salford, Stockport, Oldham and Altrincham.

Do you cover my Manchester postcode?

Every postcode in Manchester is covered, including M1, M2, M3, M4, M13, M14, M15 and M20. If you are just outside Manchester, send your postcode anyway and we will confirm.

What does Artex removal cost in Manchester?

Prices vary with the job. Prices in Manchester come down to the size of the job and access, so send your details for an exact fixed price. Typical prices are in the facts box at the top of this page and in our cost guide.

How quickly can you start in Manchester?

We aim to reply to Manchester enquiries the same day, and the majority of bookings can be booked in 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 Manchester

Wherever you are, from Moss Side, Levenshulme, Ardwick or Northern Quarter, the service is the same.

Postcode districts we regularly work in such as M1, M2, M3, M4, M13, M14, M15 and M20.

Manchester sits on the M60, M602 and A6, which makes it easy to fit jobs in at short notice.

We regularly work close to Manchester Town Hall and Manchester Arndale, plus residential parts of Northern Quarter and Ancoats.

Moss Side
Levenshulme
Ardwick
Northern Quarter
Ancoats
Castlefield
Didsbury
Chorlton
Withington
Fallowfield
Rusholme
Hulme

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What to have ready for your Manchester 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 Manchester, including:

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

Get your free Manchester quote

To get a price for Artex removal in Manchester, fill in the short form on this page. We reply with a clear quote, usually the same day.

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From the blog: How to save money on Artex removal and ceiling skimming. Artex patterns explained: swirl, stipple, comb and what they mean.

Further reading: Artex and asbestos. Having Artex skimmed.

Last updated 6 November 2026