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Asbestos Artex Removal in Hillyfields, Southampton
Buildings in Hillyfields built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Our artex removal service covers Artex removal, with testing first.
- Loft conversions
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Ceilings before skimming
Artex removal for Hillyfields
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Landlords of single homes do not have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
How artex removal works in Hillyfields
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through, which is why testing first matters in Hillyfields. People often contact us about coatings in the way of electrical work and walls before tiling, involving swirl patterns, Artex ceilings and coated ceiling roses.
In places like Hillyfields, textured ceilings are a common renovation find, and testing comes first. We explain what we find in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Where
- Hillyfields (SO16)
- Region
- Southampton
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Choosing the right option
A low price may mean shortcuts. Ask about the method and the waste. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
How we work in Hillyfields
- Clear advice on your options
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Covering London and the South East
See how we quote and published price ranges.
Materials, one by one
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, which does not change what’s underneath.
Textured ceilings in Hillyfields
Hillyfields is about 2 miles north-west of Regents Park, in Southampton. Hillyfields is within our Southampton area, whatever the size of the job. We work in 40 places in Southampton.
In older homes in Hillyfields, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Non-domestic buildings like Holy Family Catholic Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start. Parts of the New Forest National Park are within about 7 miles of Hillyfields; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too. Hillyfields is within about 4 miles of the coast, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
Wherever your property is in SO16, Artex removal is available. From Maplin Road, Colne Avenue and Hayburn Road or a nearby road, the process is the same. Hillyfields sits on or near the M271, so mention parking if the property is on one. If your property is just outside Hillyfields, we also cover Nursling (1 mile north), Maybush (1 mile south-east), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east) and Coxford (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Southampton (3 miles east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Marlands Shopping Centre (3.4 miles south-east) and Eling Experience (1.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Hillyfields includes Testwood Lakes.
- Local schools include Oasis Academy Lord's Hill (0.6 miles north-east) and Millbrook Community School (0.6 miles east)
How we price Artex removal
We base our quote on:
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How much there is
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Access to the area
Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Photos that help
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- The access route
- A picture of the whole area
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Why people call us in Hillyfields
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
You cannot tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Landlord refurbishments
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Textured walls before a refit
For rented flats close to Redbridge station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
What to look for in a quote
- The method and controls
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
Hillyfields: your questions answered
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the New Forest National Park?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Do you cover Hillyfields and the area around Redbridge station?
Yes. Redbridge station is about 1.1 miles south of Hillyfields, and we cover both.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area involved in the job, and it helps if you are around to answer questions.
Do you work on commercial premises?
We do. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need, and any existing asbestos register.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily: many textured coatings don’t contain asbestos. A test will tell you.
What paperwork will I get?
A survey report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, depending on the job.
The scope of Artex removal
To be clear about the scope:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Untested coatings are tested first, since a negative result changes everything
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Common materials
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
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.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
What happens
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and keeps dust to a minimum.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Dig out previous surveys
- Let us know where we can park
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
Get a quote
For a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Related guides
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note