Buckinghamshire · England
Artex Removal in Bledlow
Artex removal in Bledlow and across Buckinghamshire: removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings coming down
Need Artex removal in Bledlow?
Artex removal near Bledlow
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. The problem comes when it’s sanded, scraped dry, drilled or knocked through during a renovation, which is why testing first matters in Bledlow. Whether it’s ceilings due for plastering or skimming and ceilings coming down, we deal with coated plasterboard, textured walls and swirl patterns.
In towns and villages like Bledlow, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Where
- Bledlow (HP27)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What we do and do not cover
To be clear about the scope:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- Other materials may need their own approach
- Untested coatings are tested first, since a negative result changes everything
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Materials in Bledlow
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
What affects the price in Bledlow
Prices vary with:
- The size of the job
- How many samples are needed
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Access to the area
There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Sending photos
Helpful photos:
- The parking area
- An overall view
- Cracks or breaks
- Approximate dimensions
Each job is priced individually. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 to get started.
What happens
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly before the seals come down. The work area is kept clear while we’re working.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Getting ready
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Warn neighbours if needed
How to get a quote
Not sure what you need? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form and describe the problem, and we will recommend the right option.
Related guides
FAQs for Bledlow
Do older homes in Bledlow have asbestos?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Bledlow can contain it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you cover Bledlow and the area around Princes Risborough station?
Yes. Princes Risborough station is about 1.3 miles east of Bledlow, and we cover both.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not until it’s been tested. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Can I just skim over it?
You can, if it’s intact: covering it leaves it undisturbed. Never sand it beforehand, and record its location.
What paperwork will I get?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; otherwise we will arrange a visit.
How dangerous is asbestos?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The main risk is from disturbing it, so identifying it before work is important.
Materials, one by one
Artex ceilings
Patterned ceilings are the classic example.
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, which does not change what’s underneath.
Towns and villages near Bledlow
Other services in Bledlow
DIY and asbestos
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Bledlow properties and textured coatings
Bledlow is about 5 miles south-east of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. In Bledlow, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. We cover 263 places across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Oxford, about 16 miles away.
For a school such as Princes Risborough School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. If your home is one of the older properties in Bledlow, near Church of the Holy Trinity or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. Bledlow is within about 4 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
This part of Buckinghamshire takes in HP27, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. From Church End, Perry Lane and Perryfield Court or a nearby road, the process is the same. For properties just outside Bledlow, we cover Pitch Green (1 mile north), Skittle Green (1 mile north-west), Holly Green (1 mile north-west), Horsenden (1 mile north-east) and Henton (1 mile west). We also cover nearby towns such as Aylesbury (8 miles north), High Wycombe (8 miles south-east), Chesham (11 miles east), Marlow (11 miles south-east), Amersham (12 miles east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Thame Community Hospital (4.6 miles north-west) and Great Kimble Dial Hill (3.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Bledlow include Oakley Hill nature reserve and Beacon Hill.
- Pubs nearby include The Lions Of Bledlow pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Which option is right?
A low price may mean shortcuts, which releases fibres. Ask about the method and the waste. Every quote says whether VAT is included.
How we work in Bledlow
- Across London and the South East
- No removal until we know what it is
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
Take a look at how we quote and published price ranges.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Bledlow must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Where asbestos turns up
Most problems come during renovation: sanding, dry scraping or drilling releases fibres.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to Artex jobs:
- Ceilings before skimming
- Landlord refurbishments
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Ceilings before downlights go in
If you are refurbishing flats near Princes Risborough station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
What your quote should include
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- What is not included
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site