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Artex Removal in Little Tew
Artex removal in Little Tew, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Coatings damaged by leaks
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Artex removal near Little Tew
According to HSE, textured coating work is normally non-licensed. Bigger jobs using steam or gel must be notified before they start. People often contact us about ceilings due for plastering or skimming and ceilings due to be knocked through or removed, including coated plasterboard, Artex ceilings and stipple finishes.
In a village like Little Tew, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Area
- Little Tew (OX7)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Artex in Little Tew homes
Little Tew is about 9 miles south-west of Banbury, in Oxfordshire. In Little Tew, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Little Tew is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire we cover. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 17 miles away.
In older homes in Little Tew, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
We cover Artex jobs across the OX7 postcode area and the streets around it. From Water Lane and Enstone Road or anywhere nearby, we can help. Nearby, we also cover Great Tew (1 mile north-east), Swerford (2 miles north), Church Enstone (2 miles south), Enstone (3 miles south) and Wigginton (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Banbury (9 miles north-east), Bicester (13 miles east), Witney (12 miles south), Carterton (14 miles south-west), Kidlington (11 miles south-east) and Bure Park (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Old Forge Museum (Great Tew) (0.9 miles north-east). The countryside around Little Tew includes Woodford Bottom and Lamb's Pool.
- Local pubs include The Falkland Arms Public House (0.9 miles north-east)
Little Tew: your questions answered
Do you cover Little Tew from London?
Little Tew is about 66 miles from central London, well within our area.
Is the Artex in my Little Tew home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Only a test will tell you.
Does someone need to be there?
Someone has to let us into all the areas in the job, and it helps if you are around to answer questions.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, which is why identifying it first matters.
How much does Artex removal cost in Little Tew?
It depends on the area, the number of rooms, the method and the waste. We quote once we know what it contains.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Normally not, according to HSE. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work.
Do you work in Little Tew?
Yes. We cover Little Tew and the surrounding area as part of Oxfordshire. Send us the postcode for a quote.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings usually aren’t licensed.
Your options compared
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Always test first. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Why us?
- Work done to the regulations
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Written quotes that say what’s included
See our prices page and published price ranges.
What we do and don’t cover
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
What we deal with
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
Looking after things afterwards
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Test every different coating
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
Don’ts
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Can I do it myself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
The process
We start by sealing and protecting the room, and keep the coating damp as we work. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
Getting a price
Include any existing survey or test when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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A closer look at the materials
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, but the coating underneath is the same.
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Where asbestos turns up
Asbestos-free coatings were also made, so testing is the only way to know.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Ceilings before skimming
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
For a school such as Great Tew County Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
Questions to ask before you book
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- Any exclusions
- The scope of the job, in writing
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site