West Berkshire · England
Artex Removal for Inkpen Common
Any pre-2000 building in Inkpen Common may contain asbestos. Our artex removal service covers testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
Get a quote for Inkpen Common
What it costs
We base our quote on:
- How much there is
- How many samples are needed
- Disposal costs
- Travel and parking
Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Photos that help
The most useful photos are:
- How we’d reach it
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The parking area
- A rough size or measurement
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Artex removal near Inkpen Common
Taking down the plasterboard can be easier than stripping the coating. We will talk you through the options for your rooms in Inkpen Common. From landlord refurbishments and ceilings coming down, we deal with Artex ceilings, textured walls and coated plasterboard and more.
In a village like Inkpen Common, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike, often added during past renovations. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so there are no surprises.
- Area
- Inkpen Common (RG17, RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
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Options to consider in Inkpen Common
A test before removal can save money: a clear result means normal methods. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Why choose us
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Records for your files
Take a look at how we quote or the cost guide.
For landlords, agents and businesses
If you manage or own a block in Inkpen Common, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Good to know
Worth knowing before booking:
- 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
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before booking.
Common materials
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
Materials we deal with
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
After the job
Keep the test result and waste paperwork with your property records.
To avoid problems in future:
- File the test result and waste note
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Clear the rooms before the work
What to avoid
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating.
FAQs for Inkpen Common
Do you cover Inkpen Common and the area around Kintbury station?
Yes. Kintbury station is about 2 miles north of Inkpen Common, and we cover both.
Do you cover small places like Inkpen Common?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
How much does Artex removal cost in Inkpen Common?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote after testing.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Normally not, according to HSE. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice.
Can you quote from photos?
Photos are often enough to give a quote, but larger or unclear jobs may need a visit.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily: plenty of textured coatings contain no asbestos. Testing a sample is how you find out.
Doing it yourself?
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
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.
Artex in Inkpen Common homes
Inkpen Common is about 6 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We work across Inkpen Common and the surrounding area, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. Inkpen Common is one of 155 places in West Berkshire we cover. Our area stretches from Inkpen Common to Reading (about 21 miles away).
If you are refurbishing a rental near Kintbury station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Non-domestic buildings like Inkpen Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings.
Anywhere in RG17 and RG20, we can help with Artex removal. From Heads Lane, Rooksnest Lane and The Firs or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Close by, we cover Hell Corner (1 mile east), Inkpen (1 mile north-west), Upper Green (1 mile south-west), Lower Green (1 mile west) and Kintbury (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Newbury (6 miles east), Thatcham (9 miles east), Speenhamland (6 miles east), Hungerford (4 miles north-west), Lambourn (10 miles north) and Shaw (7 miles east).
A little further out are Hamstead Marshall 3 (3.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Inkpen Common includes Kintbury Newt Ponds and Inkpen Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Crown and Garter pub (less than half a mile south-west)
How we work
We start by sealing and protecting the room, and keep the coating damp as we work. We begin by confirming exactly what we’re doing, so there is no confusion.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We arrange testing
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Getting ready
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Get a quote
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
Related guides
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site