Hampshire · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Hurstbourne Priors, Hampshire
Need Artex removal in Hurstbourne Priors? We cover Hurstbourne Priors and the surrounding area, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Coatings damaged by DIY
Asbestos help in Hurstbourne Priors
About our artex removal in Hurstbourne Priors
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through. From coatings in the way of electrical work and ceilings before skimming, we cover coated ceiling roses, textured walls and swirl patterns and more.
In areas like Hurstbourne Priors, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Location
- Hurstbourne Priors (RG28)
- Area hub
- Hampshire
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Hurstbourne Priors questions
Do you cover small places like Hurstbourne Priors?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
How far is Hurstbourne Priors from London?
Hurstbourne Priors is about 59 miles from central London, well within our area.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Do you need a licence to remove Artex?
HSE’s code of practice says it will not normally be licensable. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Looking won’t tell you. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not every coating does: many coatings are asbestos-free. Testing a sample is how you find out.
Does weather affect the work?
That depends: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Good to know
A few things to be aware of:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Other materials may need their own approach
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials we see
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Choosing the right option
Strip the coating or take the boards down? Stripping keeps the ceiling; taking boards down whole can be quicker and cleaner in some rooms. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Why us?
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Records for your files
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Across London and the South East
Read our prices page and the cost guide.
What it might be made of
Patched areas
Different areas may need separate samples.
Textured walls
They’re tested and removed in the same way as ceilings.
Can I do it myself?
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Also near Hurstbourne Priors
What else we do in Hurstbourne Priors
Hurstbourne Priors properties and textured coatings
Hurstbourne Priors is about 5 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. We work across Hurstbourne Priors and the surrounding area, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. Hurstbourne Priors is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our area stretches from Hurstbourne Priors to Southampton (20 miles away).
If your home is one of the older properties in Hurstbourne Priors, near Church of St Andrew or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. A school like Testbourne Community School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start.
This part of Hampshire takes in RG28, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. Other places close to Hurstbourne Priors we cover include Firgo (2 miles south-east), Whitchurch (2 miles north-east), Wells-in-the-Field (3 miles north-east), St Mary Bourne (3 miles north) and Freefolk (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (12 miles east), Winchester (11 miles south), Andover (5 miles west), Tadley (14 miles north-east), Hyde (10 miles south) and Popley (14 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.2 miles west) and Finkley Down Farm Museum (3.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Anton Lakes.
- Local pubs include The Cricketers Inn (1 mile south)
What it costs
Our quotes take into account:
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Location, parking and any London charges
- The survey scope
- Waste quantity and disposal
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Photos that help
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- An overall view
- How we’d reach it
- Damaged areas
- A clear close-up
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Duty holders and landlords in Hurstbourne Priors
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Hurstbourne Priors
Textured coatings were popular for decades because they hid cracks and uneven plaster, and some contained a small amount of white asbestos (chrysotile) for strength.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Typical situations are:
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Coatings scraped during DIY
If you are refurbishing a rental near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
Comparing quotes
- What category of work it is
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- VAT, clearly stated
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
Step by step
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, never sanded or scraped dry. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- We sample each different coating for testing
- 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
Getting ready
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
How to get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Helpful guides
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site