Hampshire · England
Artex Removal in Lord's Wood
Worried about asbestos in Lord's Wood? We provide textured coating testing and removal, explained in plain English.
- Loft conversions
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Walls before tiling
Artex removal near Lord's Wood
Artex removal for Lord's Wood properties
Textured coatings like Artex were used on ceilings and walls for decades, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. From flaking textured ceilings and coatings in the way of electrical work, we cover coated plasterboard, coated ceiling roses and swirl patterns.
Village homes like those in Lord's Wood have often been altered several times, so coatings may date from earlier work. We identify materials before planning removal, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Location
- Lord's Wood (SO50)
- County
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Good to know
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Other materials may need their own approach
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we deal with
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
Towns and villages near Lord's Wood
What else we do in Lord's Wood
Should you do it yourself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Artex in Lord's Wood homes
Lord's Wood is about 2 miles north-east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. In Lord's Wood, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. We work in all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 6 miles away.
For a school such as Colden Common Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. If you’re refurbishing flats near Eastleigh station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Here we cover the SO50 postcode area, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. If your property is just outside Lord's Wood, we also cover Highbridge (1 mile north-west), Brambridge (1 mile north-east), Colden Common (1 mile north-east), Nob's Crook (1 mile east) and Fisher's Pond (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Winchester (5 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Horndean (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (3 miles west).
A little further out are Eastleigh Museum (1.7 miles south-west) and Wolvesey Castle (5 miles north). Within reach you will find Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
- Nearby schools include Crestwood Community School (1.5 miles south-west)
Responsibilities for owners
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Your questions about Artex removal in Lord's Wood
Is the Artex in my Lord's Wood home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Only a test will tell you.
Do you cover Lord's Wood and the area around Eastleigh station?
Yes. Eastleigh station is about 1.6 miles south-west of Lord's Wood, and we cover both.
What paperwork will I get?
It depends on what we do: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
Can I just skim over it?
It’s an option for an intact coating: covering it leaves it undisturbed. Don’t sand it first, and keep a record that it’s there.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
How much does Artex removal cost in Lord's Wood?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do, alongside homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors in the price are:
- Access to the area
- The survey scope
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How much waste there is
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Sending photos
For a quick quote, include:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- How we’d reach it
- Street parking nearby
Include any existing survey or test when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
Step by step
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked before the seals come down. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- We sample each different coating for testing
- We go through the options and send a quote
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Getting ready
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Let us know if something’s broken
Getting a price
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.
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Afterwards
Share the paperwork with your trades.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Keep pets away
- Send photos of the coatings
- Empty the rooms in advance
Things not to do
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Lord's Wood
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Coatings already disturbed
In older homes in Lord's Wood, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
What to look for in a quote
- The scope of the job, in writing
- The method and controls
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
Choosing the right option
A test before removal can save money: a clear result means normal methods. How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
How we work in Lord's Wood
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
See our prices page or the cost guide.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- 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