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Asbestos Artex Removal in Churchill, Oxfordshire
Artex removal for Churchill: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings. Tell us what you’ve found and we will explain your options.
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
Artex removal near Churchill
Artex removal in Churchill
For an asbestos coating, the room is sealed, the coating kept wet and nothing sanded or dry-scraped, with the waste bagged and taken to a permitted site. We often deal with stipple finishes, swirl patterns and coated plasterboard, and typical jobs are landlord refurbishments and walls before tiling.
In a village like Churchill, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike, often added during past renovations. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Location
- Churchill (OX7)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
The scope of Artex removal
A few things to be aware of:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Plastering and making good are usually separate jobs
- Other materials may need their own approach
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
Materials in Churchill
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
Places near Churchill
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What it costs
Our quotes take into account:
- What the material is and its state
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How much there is
- Waste quantity and disposal
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Helping us quote
What to photograph:
- The parking area
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Labels, if any
- How we’d reach it
For a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Churchill
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
In older properties, we often see:
- Ceilings coming down
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Rented flats before redecoration
Non-domestic buildings like Kingham Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
Comparing quotes
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- The scope of the job, in writing
What happens
If we’re taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- 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
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Getting ready
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form to get started.
Helpful guides
What happens next
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- File the test result and waste note
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Keep pets away
Avoid these
Don’t drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Don’t drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
FAQs for Churchill
Do textured ceilings in Churchill homes contain asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
How far is Churchill from London?
We cover Churchill, about 70 miles from central London.
Do you need a licence to remove Artex?
Usually not: HSE’s code of practice says textured coating work is not normally licensable, but larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified first.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, always.
Should I take the ceiling down instead?
Both work; it depends on the room. We’ll advise for each room.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not necessarily. Sound material that won’t be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
What does it cost to remove Artex?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote once we know what it contains.
What it might be made of
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
DIY and asbestos
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Churchill properties and textured coatings
Churchill is about 10 miles north-west of Witney, in Oxfordshire. Properties in Churchill range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We cover all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 19 miles away.
Older homes across Churchill may have coatings added during past renovations. For rented flats close to Kingham station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
We carry out Artex jobs all over the OX7 postcode area and the streets around it. From Hackers Lane, William Smith Close and Junction Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Churchill we cover include Sarsden (1 mile south-east), Salford (3 miles north), Chipping Norton (3 miles north-east), Over Norton (3 miles north-east) and Great Rollright (5 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Banbury (15 miles north-east), Witney (10 miles south-east), Carterton (10 miles south), Kidlington (15 miles south-east), Neithrop (14 miles north-east) and Ruscote (14 miles north-east).
A little further out are Wheelbarrow Castle (4.5 miles north) and Chipping Norton Museum (2.7 miles north-east).
- Local pubs include The Chequers pub (within half a mile north-east)
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note