Hampshire · England
Artex Removal for Hiltingbury
Need Artex removal in Hiltingbury? We work across Hiltingbury and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Loft conversions and extensions
Artex removal near Hiltingbury
Afterwards
Note which other rooms have coatings, for future work.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Send photos of the coatings
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Book your plasterer after removal
Avoid these
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Artex removal near Hiltingbury
We remove textured coatings from ceilings, walls, ceiling roses and coated boards, in houses, flats and commercial premises across Hiltingbury. Whether it’s extensions that cut into ceilings and rented homes refurbished between tenants, we deal with Artex ceilings, coated ceiling roses and textured walls.
In a smaller place like Hiltingbury, textured ceilings often show up when people renovate older family homes. We identify materials before planning removal, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Where
- Hiltingbury (SO53, SO52, SO51)
- County
- Hampshire
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
How we price Artex removal
What drives the price:
- How much there is
- What the material is and its state
- The category of work
- Waste quantity and disposal
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- Visible markings
- An overall view
- A close-up from a safe distance
- The access route
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Then ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Materials, one by one
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
Patched areas
Patches may be newer material.
Nearby places to Hiltingbury
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Which option is right?
You’ll find DIY products for removing Artex, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Always test first. A price that looks too good to be true often is: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
What you get
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Work done to the regulations
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
Take a look at our prices page and our cost guide.
What happens
For board removal, we take the boards down in whole pieces. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you.
- Get in touch with photos
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Dig out previous surveys
Get a quote
Not sure what you need? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll recommend the right option.
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Your questions about Artex removal in Hiltingbury
Do textured ceilings in Hiltingbury homes contain asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do you work near Chandlers Ford station?
Yes, we cover Hiltingbury and the area towards Chandlers Ford station, about 1 mile south.
Do I need a test or a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Should all asbestos be removed?
No. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
When can you start?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Notifiable jobs cannot start until they’ve been notified.
How do I get a quote?
Send us the details: the postcode, what you’ve found and where it is, with photos if possible. To do that, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
How much does Artex removal cost in Hiltingbury?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, so we quote after testing.
Why people call us in Hiltingbury
Asbestos-free coatings were also made, so a textured ceiling is not automatically asbestos.
People normally contact us about one of these:
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Ceilings coming down
- Damaged or cracked coatings
Older homes across Hiltingbury may have coatings added during past renovations.
What to look for in a quote
- The scope of the job, in writing
- How fibres will be kept down
- VAT, clearly stated
- What category of work it is
Artex in Hiltingbury homes
Hiltingbury is about 1 mile north of Chandler's Ford, in Hampshire. For Artex jobs in Hiltingbury, tell us about parking and access. Hiltingbury is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our area stretches from Hiltingbury to Southampton (about 6 miles away).
A school like Hiltingbury Junior School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Chandlers Ford station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
Here we cover the SO53, SO52 and SO51 postcode area, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. From Pine Road, Beech Road and Common Road or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we cover Chandler's Ford (1 mile south), Allbrook (1 mile south-east), Boyatt Wood (2 miles south-east), Highbridge (2 miles east) and Lord's Wood (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also work in Winchester (5 miles north-east), Eastleigh (3 miles south-east), Fareham (13 miles south-east), Andover (15 miles north), Totton (8 miles south-west) and Hedge End (7 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Eastleigh Museum (2.5 miles south-east) and Romsey Community Hospital (4.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Flexford Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Hiltingbury include Thornden School (0.9 miles east) and Thornden School (1 mile east)
DIY and asbestos
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Limits to be aware of
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before you book.
Materials in Hiltingbury
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- 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
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site