Slough · England
Artex Removal in Hedgerley
Buildings in Hedgerley built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer Artex removal, with testing first.
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Walls before tiling
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Artex removal near Hedgerley
Artex removal for Hedgerley properties
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. The problem comes when it’s sanded, scraped dry, drilled or knocked through during a renovation. Typical materials include coated ceiling roses, Artex ceilings and textured walls, and typical jobs are loft conversions and coatings already disturbed.
Rural homes near Hedgerley have often been altered over generations, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Everything is explained in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Area
- Hedgerley (SL2)
- Region
- Slough
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Step by step
We start by sealing and protecting the room, then keep the coating wet throughout. The work area is kept clear while we are working.
- Get in touch with photos
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We carry out the removal
- We dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
Get a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we’ll reply with a quote.
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What it might be made of
Textured walls
Walls can have textured coatings too.
Patched areas
Patch repairs may use a different material from the original coating.
Places near Hedgerley
Other services in Hedgerley
Artex in Hedgerley homes
Hedgerley is about 3 miles south-east of Beaconsfield, in Slough. Hedgerley has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We work in all 31 towns and villages in Slough. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 18 miles away.
If you are refurbishing flats near Gerrards Cross station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. If your home is one of the older properties in Hedgerley, near Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Wherever your property is in SL2, we can help with Artex removal. We can help with Artex jobs on streets such as Jones Way, Hedgerley Hill and Cottage Park Road or the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Egypt (1 mile south-west), Farnham Common (1 mile south-west), East Burnham (2 miles south-west), Littleworth Corner (2 miles west) and Farnham Royal (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also work in Slough (4 miles south), Cippenham (4 miles south), Chalvey (5 miles south), Langley (5 miles south-east), Upton (5 miles south) and Burnham (4 miles south-west).
A little further out are Wexham Park Hospital (3 miles south-east). The countryside around Hedgerley includes Church Wood and Pynesfield Lake.
- Schools near Hedgerley include Khalsa Secondary Academy (2 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The White Horse Public House (within half a mile north)
The scope of Artex removal
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Plastering and making good are usually separate jobs
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
What we deal with
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
What happens next
Share the paperwork with your trades.
A few practical points:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Each different coating needs testing
- File the test result and waste note
- Send photos of the coatings
What to avoid
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Don’t sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Hedgerley questions
Do you come out to small villages like Hedgerley?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Is the Artex in my Hedgerley home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
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.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
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 generally needed.
What if my house is newer?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Duty holders and landlords in Hedgerley
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
If your business premises in Hedgerley were built before 2000, you are likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
Weighing up your options
Very cheap quotes for Artex removal can mean dry scraping or sanding, which releases fibres. Ask how the coating will be removed and where the waste goes. Doing several things in one visit can help, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
How we work in Hedgerley
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- No removal until we know what it is
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
See our prices page and the cost guide.
Can I do it myself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
What it costs
Our quotes take into account:
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- What the material is and its state
- How much waste there is
- The quantity or area
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Helping us quote
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- Damaged areas
- A photo of the whole area
- The parking area
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site