Buckinghamshire · England
Artex Removal for Amersham
Buildings in Amersham built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Coatings damaged by leaks
Artex removal in Amersham
Artex removal near Amersham
Removing an asbestos textured coating means sealing off the room, keeping the coating wet and never sanding or scraping it dry. From coatings damaged by DIY and coatings damaged by leaks, we cover coated ceiling roses, coated plasterboard and stipple finishes and more.
In a town like Amersham, textured ceilings turn up in houses from the 1960s to the 1990s, though older homes may have them too. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, so you have a record.
- Location
- Amersham (HP6, HP7)
- County
- Buckinghamshire
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials, one by one
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
Nearby places to Amersham
Other services in Amersham
Your options compared
You will find DIY products for removing Artex, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Always test first. Sometimes a test shows removal isn’t needed, because the material is clear.
Why us?
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
See how we quote or published price ranges.
After the job
The surface is left ready for making good.
Going forward:
- Send photos of the coatings
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Give us room sizes
- Each different coating needs testing
What to avoid
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Can I do it myself?
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Artex in Amersham homes
Amersham is about 7 miles north-east of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. Amersham has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We work in 263 places across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Amersham to Reading (about 23 miles away).
For a school such as Home Tuition Service, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start. If you are refurbishing a rental near Amersham station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. Parts of the Chilterns National Landscape are within about 5 miles of Amersham, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
We cover Artex jobs across HP6 and HP7. Whether your property is on Station Road, London Road West and Market Square or a nearby road, the process is the same. With the A355 and A404 close by, Amersham is easy for us to reach. For properties just outside Amersham, we cover Amersham on the Hill (1 mile west), Chesham Bois (1 mile north), Waterside (1 mile north), Coleshill (2 miles south-west) and Hyde Heath (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also work in Aylesbury (13 miles north-west), High Wycombe (7 miles south-west), Chesham (3 miles north), Marlow (10 miles south-west), Beaconsfield (5 miles south-west) and Chalfont St Peter (5 miles south). As one of the bigger places in Buckinghamshire, Amersham has buildings from every era.
A little further out are Amersham Hospital (1.2 miles south-west) and Amersham Fair Organ Museum (under half a mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Sands Bank.
- Local schools include Woodside Junior School (less than half a mile east) and Dr Challoner's Grammar School (under half a mile west)
- Nearby, you will find The Pheasant Public House (less than half a mile east)
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- The quantity or area
- How much waste there is
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Helping us quote
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Damaged areas
- Where we could park
- A clear close-up
- An idea of size
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we will advise.
The scope of Artex removal
Before you book, note that:
- We need the room cleared
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Common materials
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
Amersham questions
Do older homes in Amersham have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Amersham may have it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you work on properties in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Can I just skim over it?
It’s an option for an intact coating: covering it leaves it undisturbed. Never sand it beforehand, and record its location.
Does weather affect the work?
It depends on the job: indoor jobs aren’t affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. You’ll get available dates with the quote.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Make the area safe first: close it off and do not clean it up yourself. Then get in touch and we’ll advise.
Is my textured ceiling in Amersham asbestos?
Not necessarily: many textured coatings do not contain asbestos. The only way to know is to test a sample.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
Typically you can use other rooms: the room being worked on is sealed off and kept clear.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Amersham
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, which can make them crumble.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Loft conversions
In older homes in Amersham, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
What your quote should include
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
Step by step
We bag and label the waste as we work, then taken to a permitted site. Before anything starts, we confirm the areas and materials with you, so there’s no confusion.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Ask for a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Related guides
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note