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Artex Removal in Aston Rowant
Any pre-2000 building in Aston Rowant may contain asbestos. Our artex removal service covers removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Ceilings before skimming
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings coming down
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Artex removal for Aston Rowant properties
We remove textured coatings from ceilings, walls, ceiling roses and coated boards, in houses, flats and commercial premises across Aston Rowant. From coatings scraped during DIY and walls before tiling, we deal with Artex ceilings, coated plasterboard and coated ceiling roses and more.
Village homes like those in Aston Rowant have often been altered several times, so coatings may date from earlier work. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance, whatever the size of the job.
- Where
- Aston Rowant (OX49)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
Patterned ceilings are the classic example.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
Afterwards
If other rooms have textured coatings, record whether they’ve been tested, for future work.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Keep pets away
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Each different coating needs testing
Avoid these
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Don’t drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Artex removal around Aston Rowant
Aston Rowant is about 4 miles south of Thame, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in Aston Rowant, just send the postcode. We cover 443 places in Oxfordshire. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 13 miles away.
A school like Aston Rowant Church of England Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested. Aston Rowant is within about 3 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
Anywhere in OX49, Artex removal is available. Streets in the area include London Road, Aston Park and Aston Rowant Road, and Artex removal is available on all of them. For properties just outside Aston Rowant, we cover Kingston Blount (1 mile north-east), Crowell (1 mile north-east), Lewknor (1 mile south-west), Postcombe (1 mile west) and South Weston (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also work in Oxford (13 miles west), Didcot (14 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (14 miles west), Thame (4 miles north), Henley-on-Thames (11 miles south) and Benson (8 miles south-west).
A little further out are Thame Community Hospital (4.3 miles north). Open spaces near Aston Rowant include Aston Rowant NNR and Bald Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Lambert Arms (0.5 miles south-west)
What’s included, and what is not
Some limits to bear in mind:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Your options compared
A test before removal can save money: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Why choose us
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Domestic and commercial work
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
See how we quote or our cost guide.
Why people call us in Aston Rowant
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, so they may start to flake.
Asbestos can be in a lot of places in buildings from before 2000. Common situations include:
- Landlord refurbishments
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings before downlights go in
Older homes across Aston Rowant may have coatings added during past renovations.
What to look for in a quote
- The documents you will receive
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- What category of work it is
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
Common questions in Aston Rowant
Could my house in Aston Rowant contain asbestos?
If your home in Aston Rowant was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but only a test can confirm it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work on properties in the Chilterns National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings typically are not licensed.
Can you help with a flat?
We do. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Only laboratory analysis of a sample can confirm it.
Should all asbestos be removed?
No. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
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What else we do in Aston Rowant
Should you do it yourself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
What affects the price in Aston Rowant
Quotes vary because of:
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How many samples are needed
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Location, parking and any London charges
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Helping us quote
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Visible markings
- Damaged areas
- A picture of the whole area
- A clear close-up
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
How we work
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, with no sanding or dry scraping. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- 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
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Get a quote
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page; it helps us quote accurately.
Related guides
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site