Oxfordshire · England
Artex Removal for Crowmarsh Gifford
Need Artex removal in Crowmarsh Gifford? We cover Crowmarsh Gifford and the surrounding area, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Coatings already disturbed
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Ceilings before skimming
Need Artex removal in Crowmarsh Gifford?
Artex removal for Crowmarsh Gifford properties
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Crowmarsh Gifford, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. From landlord refurbishments and structural work through coated ceilings, we deal with Artex ceilings, swirl patterns and coated plasterboard.
Rural homes near Crowmarsh Gifford have often been altered over generations, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Clear answers come first: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Area
- Crowmarsh Gifford (OX10)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What happens
We bag and label the waste as we work, then taken to a permitted site. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Ask for a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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Crowmarsh Gifford questions
Do you work near Cholsey station?
Yes. Cholsey station is about 2.9 miles south-west of Crowmarsh Gifford, and we cover both.
Is the Artex in my Crowmarsh Gifford home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do you need a licence to remove Artex?
Normally not: HSE’s code of practice says textured coating work is not normally licensable, though large steam or gel jobs are notifiable.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The main risk is from disturbing it, which is why identifying it first matters.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Of course. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing covers particular materials, while a survey covers everything in scope. For building work, a survey is typically needed.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
It depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We will explain the options.
Why people call us in Crowmarsh Gifford
Older coatings are often painted over many times, which can make them look newer than they are.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Loft conversions and extensions
In older homes in Crowmarsh Gifford, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
What your quote should include
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- Whether the job needs notifying
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
A closer look at the materials
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, but the coating underneath is the same.
Patched areas
Different areas may need separate samples.
Towns and villages near Crowmarsh Gifford
Other services in Crowmarsh Gifford
Choosing the right option
A test before removal can save money: a clear result means normal methods. Dealing with asbestos before building work is normally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Why people choose us
- No removal until we know what it is
- Accredited laboratory results
- Domestic and commercial work
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
Take a look at our prices page or published price ranges.
The scope of Artex removal
A few things to be aware of:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we see
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Crowmarsh Gifford properties and textured coatings
Crowmarsh Gifford is about 6 miles east of Didcot, in Oxfordshire. Wherever your property is in Crowmarsh Gifford, tell us the postcode and what you need, and we’ll quote. Crowmarsh Gifford is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Crowmarsh Gifford to Oxford (about 12 miles away).
For rented flats close to Cholsey station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. A school like Crowmarsh Gifford Church of England School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested. Parts of the Chilterns National Landscape are within about 7 miles of Crowmarsh Gifford, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
We cover Artex jobs across the OX10 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include The Street, Little Hitchen and McCulloch Meadows; we cover every one. If your property is just outside Crowmarsh Gifford, we also cover Newnham Murren (1 mile south-west), Mongewell (1 mile south-west), Winterbrook (2 miles south-west), North Stoke (2 miles south) and Cholsey (3 miles south-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Oxford (12 miles north-west), Didcot (6 miles west), Abingdon-on-Thames (9 miles north-west), Thame (12 miles north-east), Wantage (14 miles west) and Henley-on-Thames (10 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Wallingford Castle (0.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Wittenham Clumps and Ewelme Watercress Beds.
- Local schools include Wallingford School (0.9 miles north-west) and Wallingford School (0.9 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Bell Inn (within half a mile south-west)
How we price Artex removal
Quotes vary because of:
- Access to the area
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Licensed or non-licensed
- The number of samples or the size of the building
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- A rough size or measurement
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Street parking nearby
Every job is quoted in writing. Just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Can I do it myself?
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
For landlords, agents and businesses
For managing agents and freeholders in Crowmarsh Gifford, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site