Hampshire · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Crofton, Hampshire
Need Artex removal in Crofton? We work across Crofton and the towns around it, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Ceilings before skimming
- Coatings damaged by leaks
Asbestos help in Crofton
About our artex removal in Crofton
HSE’s code of practice says work on textured coatings will not normally be licensable. Bigger jobs using steam or gel must be notified before they start. Whether it’s coatings already disturbed and ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights, we deal with textured walls, stipple finishes and coated plasterboard.
In a village like Crofton, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike, often added during past renovations. Every job comes with paperwork, because buyers, landlords and builders often ask for it.
- Location
- Crofton (PO14, PO13)
- Region
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Choosing the right option
You will find DIY products for removing Artex, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Test first. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
How we work in Crofton
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Clear written quotes
- Domestic and commercial work
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
See how we quote and published price ranges.
Artex in Crofton homes
Crofton is about 1 mile east of Stubbington, in Hampshire. For Artex jobs in Crofton, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. We work in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Crofton to Southampton (11 miles away).
In older homes in Crofton, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. A school like Crofton School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested. Crofton is within about 6 miles of the coast; indoor work like textured coating removal is not affected by the weather.
Wherever your property is in PO14 and PO13, Artex removal is available. Local streets include Mark's Road, Gosport Road and Newgate Lane; we cover every one. Other places close to Crofton we cover include Peel Common (1 mile east), Rowner (1 mile east), Bridgemary (1 mile east), Lee-on-the-Solent (1 mile south) and Fareham (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles north-west) and Hedge End (8 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Gosport War Memorial Hospital (3 miles south-east) and Carron Row Farm Museum (3 miles north-west). The countryside around Crofton includes Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
- Nearby schools include Baycroft School (under half a mile west) and Peel Common Infant School and Nursery Unit (0.5 miles east)
What it might be made of
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
What happens
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. We will tell you when we’ve finished and what you’ll receive afterwards.
- 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
Preparing for the visit
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Let us know where we can park
Get a quote
Include any existing survey or test when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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What it costs
We base our quote on:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The category of work
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- The survey scope
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Helping us quote
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Visible markings
- An idea of size
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- The parking area
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Limits to be aware of
To be clear about the scope:
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We need the room cleared
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we deal with
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
For landlords, agents and businesses
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
If you run a business from older premises in Crofton, you’re likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
After the job
Covered coatings should be recorded.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Keep pets away
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
Don’ts
Don’t sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Test before the builders arrive.
Should you do it yourself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Crofton questions
Is asbestos common in Crofton homes?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you cover Crofton from London?
We cover Crofton, about 67 miles from central London.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then get in touch and we will advise.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We’ll identify it and advise on removal.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
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.
Should I take the ceiling down instead?
It depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We’ll advise for each room.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Nearby places to Crofton
What else we do in Crofton
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site