Caerphilly, Mid Glamorgan
Pebbledash Removal in Caerphilly
Stripping tired pebbledash back to sound substrate and re-rendering in a modern smooth finish.
Getting pebbledash removal right in Caerphilly depends far more on the substrate and the exposure than on the product name.
Most of what we see around Caerphilly reflects the wider Mid Glamorgan pattern — valley terraces, former colliery housing and modern estates, and pebbledash and cement render failure on valley terraces.
The area sees high rainfall in sheltered but damp valley locations, which is the single biggest factor in how long any render lasts here. Much of the terraced stock was rendered in cement during the 1960s and 70s and is now failing en masse across the valleys.
When pebbledash removal is the right call. Choose removal when pebbledash is cracked, stained or dated and you want a contemporary smooth or scraped finish rather than a repair.
Guide price in Caerphilly
| Guide price | £98–£155 per m² |
|---|---|
| Applied thickness | Full strip and rebuild |
| Guarantee | 20 years |
Indicative only. The guide-price tool gives a range for your property; the survey gives the fixed price.
What the job includes
- Full mechanical strip
- Substrate assessment after removal
- Waste removal and site protection
- Brick or block repair as needed
- Fresh basecoat with mesh
- Modern smooth or scraped finish
We will survey the property, tell you what the walls actually need, and put it in writing with a fixed price.
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Pebbledash Removal in Caerphilly
Tell us about the property and we will call you back to arrange a survey.
What happens next
Four steps from enquiry to finished wall
Free survey
We visit, test the substrate, measure up and identify what caused any existing failure.
Written quote
An itemised fixed price with the system named, materials specified and scaffold included.
Booked in
An agreed start date, scaffold arranged, and a clear run of days set aside for your job.
Finished and guaranteed
Site cleared, scaffold struck, guarantee documents and system warranty issued.
FAQs
Pebbledash Removal in Caerphilly
How messy is pebbledash removal?
Very. It is a mechanical strip that produces significant dust and debris. We sheet the working area, protect windows, doors and planting, and clear waste as we go.
Is removing pebbledash worth it?
For appearance and resale, it is one of the highest-impact exterior changes available. It also lets you upgrade to a breathable, self-cleaning modern system at the same time.
How long does a rendering job take?
A typical three-bedroom semi is usually one to two weeks on site including scaffold, preparation, application and finishing. Weather, wall condition and the system chosen all move that.
Do I need planning permission to render my house?
Usually not on a standard house, but you will if the property is listed, in a conservation area, or if rendering would significantly change its appearance. We flag it at survey.
Will you need scaffolding?
For anything above single storey, yes — it is safer and produces a better finish than working off ladders or towers. Scaffold is included and itemised in the quote.
Free survey in Caerphilly
We will confirm whether pebbledash removal suits your walls before quoting a price.