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Asbestos Artex Removal in Bassett, Southampton
Artex removal in Bassett and across Southampton: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Coatings already disturbed
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
Asbestos help in Bassett
Textured ceilings in Bassett
Bassett is about 2 miles north-west of Southampton, in Southampton. Wherever your property is in Bassett, tell us the postcode and what you need. Bassett is one of 40 places in Southampton we cover.
Non-domestic buildings like Cantell School should already have records of any textured coatings. In older homes in Bassett, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. The coast is within about 3 miles of Bassett, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
Wherever your property is in SO16, SO17 and SO15, Artex removal is available. That could mean a property on Burgess Road, Pointout Road and Chetwynd Road. Other places close to Bassett we cover include Highfield (1 mile south-east), Lordswood (1 mile west), Chilworth (1 mile north), Coxford (1 mile west) and Shirley (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also work in Thornhill (4 miles south-east), Chartwell Green (3 miles east), Harefield (3 miles south-east), Itchen (3 miles south-east), Sholing (4 miles south-east) and Woolston (4 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Netley Castle (4.9 miles south-east) and Foresters Museum & Archive (2.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Hollybrook Infant School (0.6 miles south-west) and Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton (1.3 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find The Bellemoor pub (0.9 miles south)
Artex removal for Bassett properties
We remove textured coatings from ceilings, walls, ceiling roses and coated boards, across Bassett. From loft conversions and coatings damaged by leaks, we cover coated ceiling roses, Artex ceilings and stipple finishes and more.
In a smaller place like Bassett, textured ceilings often show up when people renovate older family homes, and testing comes first. We explain what we find in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Location
- Bassett (SO16, SO17, SO15)
- Area hub
- Southampton
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- You receive
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What it might be made of
Artex ceilings
Patterned ceilings are the classic example.
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Which option is right?
Test, leave, cover or remove? If it’s intact and no work will go through it, leaving or covering can make sense; if you want smooth ceilings or need to cut into it, removal is generally better. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
What you get
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Quotes that spell out the scope
Read our prices page and published price ranges.
Step by step
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, with no sanding or dry scraping. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first before carrying on.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- We plan the method and 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
Preparing for the visit
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Getting a price
Each job is priced individually. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 to get started.
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Limits to be aware of
A few things to be aware of:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
- We need the room cleared
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Materials we see
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
Where asbestos turns up
Textured coatings were popular for decades because they hid cracks and uneven plaster, and some contained a small amount of white asbestos (chrysotile) for strength.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings before plastering
- Textured walls before a refit
- Loft conversions and extensions
For rented flats close to Swaythling station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Comparing quotes
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Whether the job needs notifying
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- If the price includes VAT
Common questions in Bassett
Do you cover Bassett and the area around Swaythling station?
Yes. Swaythling station is about 1.5 miles east of Bassett, and we cover both.
Do textured ceilings in Bassett homes contain asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Only a test will tell you.
Does weather affect the work?
It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily, as many don’t. A test will tell you.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; otherwise we will arrange a visit.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Looking won’t tell you. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop work, leave the area and don’t try to clean up. Then get advice.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
Normally you can use other rooms: the work room is closed off until it’s finished.
What it costs
Our quotes take into account:
- Parking and access charges
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- How much there is
- What the material is and its state
We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Sending photos
For a quick quote, include:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A clear close-up
- Approximate dimensions
- Cracks or breaks
You’ll get a written quote. Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Afterwards
If you’ve covered a coating rather than removed it, record where it is.
A few practical points:
- Keep pets away
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Each different coating needs testing
Don’ts
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Duty holders and landlords in Bassett
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
More for properties in Bassett
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site