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Artex Removal in Hydestile
Artex removal for properties in Hydestile and Surrey: removal of textured ceilings and walls, with written paperwork.
- Coatings already disturbed
- Landlord refurbishments
- Textured walls before a refit
Artex removal in Hydestile
Artex removal near Hydestile
Ceilings, walls and coated boards can all be dealt with, across Hydestile. People often contact us about ceilings due for plastering or skimming and coatings in the way of electrical work, including stipple finishes, coated plasterboard and Artex ceilings.
In a village like Hydestile, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike, often added during past renovations. Nothing is added to the job that you don’t need.
- Area
- Hydestile (GU8)
- Region
- Surrey
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Responsibilities for owners
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before repairs are arranged.
Where asbestos turns up
Renovations disturb coatings: sanding, dry scraping or drilling.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to Artex jobs:
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Loft conversions
Non-domestic buildings like St Dominic's School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
Comparing quotes
- If the price includes VAT
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
What happens next
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
Going forward:
- Photos help us quote
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Each different coating needs testing
- Keep pets out of the work area
Things not to do
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Don’t drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Materials, one by one
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Artex removal around Hydestile
Hydestile is about 7 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. Homes, landlords and businesses in Hydestile contact us for Artex jobs about all kinds of jobs. Hydestile is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey we cover. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 7 miles away.
If you are refurbishing flats near Milford (Surrey) station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. If your home is one of the older properties in Hydestile, near Hambledon Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. Parts of the Surrey Hills National Landscape are within about 6 miles of Hydestile; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of GU8 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Salt Lane, New Road and Hambledon Road, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Nearby, we also cover Enton Green (1 mile west), Tuesley (1 mile north-west), Ockford Ridge (1 mile west), Busbridge (2 miles north) and Hambledon (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Guildford (7 miles north), Woking (11 miles north), Camberley (13 miles north), Farnham (9 miles north-west), Dorking (13 miles north-east) and Frimley (12 miles north-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Godalming Museum (2.1 miles north) and Milford Hospital (1 mile north-west). Open spaces near Hydestile include Farncombe Wood and Hydon's Ball.
- Local schools include Godalming College (1.5 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The Merry Harriers Public House (0.9 miles south)
What happens
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked. It helps if we can park nearby, so let us know about any restrictions.
- Get in touch with photos
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We carry out the removal
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Getting ready
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Dig out previous surveys
Get a quote
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.
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Weighing up your options
Skimming over Artex avoids disturbing it, but do not sand it smooth first, and the asbestos stays in the building. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
How we work in Hydestile
- Across London and the South East
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Domestic and commercial work
- Accredited laboratory results
Take a look at how we quote and our cost guide.
Your questions about Artex removal in Hydestile
Do you work near Milford (Surrey) station?
Yes. Milford (Surrey) station is about 1.2 miles north-west of Hydestile, and we cover both.
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
What if the weather’s bad?
It depends on the job: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
Is my textured ceiling in Hydestile asbestos?
Not necessarily: many coatings are asbestos-free. Testing a sample is how you find out.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
It depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We will advise for each room.
How much does Artex removal cost in Hydestile?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
DIY and asbestos
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
The scope of Artex removal
To be clear about the scope:
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Common materials
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note