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Artex Removal in West Berkshire

Wherever you are in West Berkshire, artex removal is available. Send us the postcode for a quote.

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Artex removal in every part of West Berkshire

Testing and removal of artex and textured coatings. Pick your town below to see the details for your area, or ask us for a quote.

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How artex removal works in West Berkshire

Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in West Berkshire, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. Typical jobs include textured walls before a refit and ceilings due for plastering or skimming, including swirl patterns, coated ceiling roses and Artex ceilings.

We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly.

Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
We clean up and dispose of the waste legally

Cost

Sometimes a test shows removal is not needed, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.

What you get

Houses, flats and business premises
Identify first, remove only when needed
Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
Covering London and the South East

Get a quote

We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.

Near you in Newbury

Around Newbury, we work at homes and buildings near St Nicolas Church, Victoria Park and St Bartholomew's School. Other local landmarks include The Diamond Tap (less than half a mile north-east), St Nicolas C.E. Junior School (less than half a mile south) and St Bartholomew's School (0.6 miles south-west). The nearest railway station is close to the centre of Newbury: Newbury station. Well-known places in the area include Donnington Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.5 miles east). The countryside around Newbury includes Audrey's Meadow.

Artex removal in West Berkshire

Textured ceilings turn up in homes across West Berkshire, from Newbury, Thatcham and Burghfield Common to 139 villages and hamlets. We test first, wherever the property is. Parts of West Berkshire are within a few miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, where rural and farm buildings with cement roofs are common.

Newbury: If you’re refurbishing flats near Newbury station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. A school like St Nicolas C.E. Junior School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start.

Your options compared

DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Test first.

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Which areas and materials are covered
How the work will be done, and the controls used
For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
Whether the job needs notifying

Limits to be aware of

Here’s what Artex removal covers, and what it doesn’t:

Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
Untested coatings are tested first, since a negative result changes everything

For businesses and landlords in West Berkshire

Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.

Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.

What it might be made of

Artex ceilings

Patterned ceilings are the classic example.

Ceiling roses and cornices

They’re included in the test if they’re coated.

Common reasons for Artex jobs in West Berkshire

Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, which can make them crumble.

In older properties, we often see:

Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
Rented flats before redecoration
Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
Ceilings coming down

Your questions about Artex removal in West Berkshire

Do I need to move out during Artex removal?

The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off. You may be able to use the rest of the house.

I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?

Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice; if you are worried about your health, speak to your GP.

What does it cost to remove Artex?

Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.

Can asbestos go in my bin?

Never: it’s hazardous waste. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.

How do I know if my property contains asbestos?

Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Only laboratory analysis of a sample can confirm it.

What does licensed work mean?

Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.