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Asbestos Artex Removal in Bierley, Isle of Wight
Found something that might be asbestos in Bierley? We provide Artex removal, with testing first, explained in plain English.
- Ceilings before plastering
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Coatings damaged by DIY
Need Artex removal in Bierley?
Textured ceilings in Bierley
Bierley is about 5 miles south-west of Shanklin, in the Isle of Wight. We cover Bierley as part of the Isle of Wight, whatever the size of the job. We cover all 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 23 miles away.
A school like Niton Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Shanklin station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Bierley is within about 4 miles of the coast, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
Here we cover the PO38 postcode area. Nearby, we also cover Southford (1 mile north-east), Nettlecombe (1 mile east), Godshill (3 miles north), Wroxall (3 miles north-east) and Sandford (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (7 miles north), Ryde (10 miles north-east), Cowes (11 miles north), Sandown (6 miles north-east), Shanklin (5 miles north-east) and Ventnor (3 miles east). Remote sites take a little more planning, so ask early.
Bierley is a more remote spot, so tell us early and we will plan the journey.
Well-known places in the area include Blackgang Sawmill Museum (1.6 miles south-west) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Bierley include Stenbury Down.
- Pubs nearby include The White Horse Inn (0.7 miles east)
How artex removal works in Bierley
If your renovation in Bierley involves textured ceilings, test them before rewiring, fitting downlights or plastering. Common materials are textured walls, swirl patterns and stipple finishes, and people typically contact us about ceilings coming down and coatings already disturbed.
Rural homes near Bierley have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. If you’re unsure what you need, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal, whichever fits.
- Where
- Bierley (PO38)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Service
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Your options compared
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Test first. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Why us?
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Domestic and commercial work
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
See how we quote or published price ranges.
The scope of Artex removal
To be clear about the scope:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Plastering and making good are usually separate jobs
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we deal with
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Bierley
Renovations disturb coatings: sanding to smooth a ceiling, scraping it off dry or drilling for lights releases fibres.
Typical jobs in Bierley include:
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings before plastering
Older homes across Bierley may have coatings added during past renovations.
What to look for in a quote
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- The documents you’ll receive
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
What it might be made of
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
For businesses and landlords in Bierley
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Bierley must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
After we’ve finished in Bierley
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Photos help us quote
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Clear the rooms before the work
Don’ts
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Your questions about Artex removal in Bierley
Is asbestos common in Bierley homes?
If your home in Bierley 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 textured ceilings in Bierley homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
How quickly can you come out?
It depends on the job and our diary. We will give you dates when we quote.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. It should be recorded and checked.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Send the details.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice.
How much does Artex removal cost in Bierley?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote once we know what it contains.
How we work
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, with no sanding or dry scraping. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and keeps dust to a minimum.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- 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
Before we arrive
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Let us know where we can park
- Let us know if something’s broken
How to get a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site