GB Facilities Services Ltd is proud to announce its appointment as the official graffiti removal contractor for Merton Council.
This contract forms part of the Council’s strengthened approach to tackling graffiti and vandalism across the borough, with a clear focus on delivering fast, efficient, and proactive removal services.
You can read the full announcement from Merton Council here:
https://news.merton.gov.uk/2026/03/18/merton-council-launches-new-graffiti-removal-contract/
A Proactive Approach to Graffiti Removal
Under this new contract, dedicated GB Facilities Services teams will be deployed across Merton to carry out both reactive and proactive graffiti removal.
This includes:
- Rapid response to reported graffiti
- Ongoing, cyclical cleaning of key town centres
- Removal of illegal, antisocial, offensive and non-offensive graffiti
- Treatment of a wide range of surfaces using appropriate, professional methods
This proactive approach is designed not only to remove graffiti quickly, but also to reduce repeat incidents and improve the overall appearance of the borough.
Support for Local Businesses and Residents
As part of the initiative, free graffiti removal is available for local businesses and residents, helping to minimise the impact of vandalism on the community.
Graffiti can affect:
- The perception of a business
- Footfall and customer confidence
- The overall look and feel of an area
By providing accessible support, the service helps ensure that affected properties can be restored quickly and professionally.
Removal can also be carried out on private property where graffiti is visible from public areas, subject to owner consent.
Delivering Real Impact Across Merton
The introduction of this contract demonstrates a clear commitment from Merton Council to:
- Maintain clean and welcoming public spaces
- Support local businesses
- Improve community wellbeing
- Take a consistent and structured approach to graffiti management
At GB Facilities Services Ltd., we bring extensive experience in graffiti removal and surface restoration, ensuring that each job is carried out using the most appropriate method to protect the underlying material while achieving effective results.
Looking Ahead
We are proud to be working in partnership with Merton Council and look forward to making a positive and visible impact across the borough.
If you are a business owner or resident in Merton and require graffiti removal, you can find more information and request support via the Council’s website using the link above.
