Oxfordshire · England
Artex Removal for Childrey
Artex removal for properties in Childrey and Oxfordshire: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Coatings already disturbed
- Ceilings before plastering
- Rented flats before redecoration
Artex removal in Childrey
About our artex removal in Childrey
We remove textured coatings from ceilings, walls, ceiling roses and coated boards, across Childrey. Whether it’s loft conversions and rented flats before redecoration, we cover coated plasterboard, coated ceiling roses and textured walls and more.
In towns and villages like Childrey, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. Nothing is added to the job that you do not need, and we’ll say when the right answer is to leave something alone.
- Location
- Childrey (OX12)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
For landlords, agents and businesses
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Childrey
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, so age is hard to judge.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Landlord refurbishments
- Structural work through coated ceilings
Older homes across Childrey may have coatings added during past renovations.
Before booking anyone
- What isn’t included
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
Artex in Childrey homes
Childrey is about 2 miles west of Wantage, in Oxfordshire. For Artex jobs in Childrey, tell us about parking and access. Childrey is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Childrey to Oxford (about 16 miles away).
For a school such as The Ridgeway Church of England (C) Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. Parts of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape are within about 6 miles of Childrey; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Here we cover the OX12 postcode area, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. From High Street, Hollow Way and Stowhill or anywhere nearby, we can help. Close by, we cover West Challow (1 mile north-east), East Challow (1 mile east), Letcombe Regis (1 mile south-east), Letcombe Bassett (2 miles south-east) and Wantage (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also work in Didcot (10 miles east), Abingdon-on-Thames (11 miles north-east), Witney (14 miles north), Carterton (14 miles north), Grove (3 miles north-east) and Faringdon (7 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Williams F1 Grand Prix Collection (3.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Childrey includes Letcombe Valley and Chain Hill.
- Nearby schools include King Alfred's (2.2 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include The Hatchet Public House (less than half a mile south)
Towns and villages near Childrey
Other services in Childrey
Can I do it myself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
A closer look at the materials
Patched areas
Patch repairs may use a different material from the original coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Your questions about Artex removal in Childrey
Do you cover small places like Childrey?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Could my house in Childrey contain asbestos?
If your home in Childrey was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but only a test can confirm it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not until it’s been tested. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area in the job.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
It depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We’ll advise for each room.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Send the details.
Step by step
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- 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
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Getting ready
- Dig out previous surveys
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Mention any parking restrictions
How to get a quote
Photos from a safe distance help: don’t touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
Helpful guides
What happens next
The surface is left ready for making good.
A few practical points:
- Keep pets away
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
Things not to do
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Prices and what affects them
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- The type of material and its condition
- How many samples are needed
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Waste quantity and disposal
Sometimes a test shows removal isn’t needed, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Helping us quote
A few photos can save a site visit:
- An idea of size
- Damaged areas
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Street parking nearby
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
What we do and do not cover
To be clear about the scope:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Other materials may need their own approach
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Materials in Childrey
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site