West Berkshire · England
Artex Removal in Chilton Foliat
Worried about asbestos in Chilton Foliat? Our service covers Artex removal, with testing first, with clear advice at each step.
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Coatings damaged by DIY
Artex removal for Chilton Foliat
What happens
We bag and label the waste as we work, then taken to a permitted site. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
How to get a quote
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
How artex removal works in Chilton Foliat
A textured ceiling in good condition is low risk if it’s left alone. The problem comes when it’s sanded, scraped dry, drilled or knocked through during a renovation, which is why testing first matters in Chilton Foliat. Common materials are textured walls, coated plasterboard and stipple finishes, and typical jobs are ceilings due for plastering or skimming and textured walls before a refit.
Rural homes near Chilton Foliat have often been altered over generations, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance.
- Where
- Chilton Foliat (RG17)
- County
- West Berkshire
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
For businesses and landlords in Chilton Foliat
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
A closer look at the materials
Patched areas
Patches may be newer material.
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
Chilton Foliat properties and textured coatings
Chilton Foliat is about 10 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. In Chilton Foliat, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Chilton Foliat is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work. You can also see our page for Reading, about 24 miles away.
Older homes across Chilton Foliat may have coatings added during past renovations. Non-domestic buildings like Chilton Foliat Church of England Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start. Parts of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape are within about 6 miles of Chilton Foliat; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
For Artex jobs in RG17, just send the postcode and a few photos. Whether your property is on Popham Close, Stag Hill and Whitelocks Piece or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Close by, we cover Leverton (1 mile south-east), Upper Eddington (1 mile south-east), Eddington (2 miles south-east), Hungerford (2 miles south-east) and Woodlands St Mary (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Newbury (10 miles east), Thatcham (12 miles east), Speenhamland (9 miles east), Lambourn (5 miles north), Shaw (10 miles east) and Kingsclere (15 miles south-east).
Open spaces near Chilton Foliat include Watts Bank.
- Local schools include John O'Gaunt School (2.2 miles south-east)
Can I do it myself?
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
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.
What’s included, and what isn’t
To be clear about the scope:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Untested coatings are tested first, since a negative result changes everything
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
What we deal with
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
What affects the price in Chilton Foliat
Quotes vary because of:
- What the material is and its state
- Travel and parking
- Access to the area
- How much there is
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Sending photos
When you send photos, these help most:
- A clear close-up
- Damaged areas
- The parking area
- Approximate dimensions
You will get a written quote. Just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
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FAQs for Chilton Foliat
Do you cover small places like Chilton Foliat?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
How far is Chilton Foliat from London?
We cover Chilton Foliat, about 62 miles from central London.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Send us the details of the premises.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do you work in Chilton Foliat?
Yes. We cover Chilton Foliat and the surrounding area as part of West Berkshire. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Both work; it depends on the room. We’ll explain the options.
How can I get a price?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. To do that, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Choosing the right option
A test before removal can save money: a clear result means normal methods. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
How we work in Chilton Foliat
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Clear advice on your options
- Houses, flats and business premises
Take a look at how we quote or published price ranges.
Looking after things afterwards
Note which other rooms have coatings, so future work is planned properly.
Some practical advice:
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
Don’ts
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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