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Asbestos Artex Removal in Lower Assendon, Oxfordshire
Need Artex removal in Lower Assendon? We work across Lower Assendon and the towns around it, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings coming down
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
Artex removal in Lower Assendon
What happens
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and keep the room closed while we work. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Let us know where we can park
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Getting a price
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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Artex removal for Lower Assendon properties
Not every textured coating contains asbestos. Testing a sample tells you, so work can go ahead normally if it’s negative. Whether it’s textured walls before a refit and rented homes refurbished between tenants, we cover stipple finishes, Artex ceilings and textured walls.
In a village like Lower Assendon, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike, often added during past renovations. You get written paperwork for every job: a report, laboratory results or a waste consignment note, so you have a record.
- Area
- Lower Assendon (RG9)
- Area hub
- Oxfordshire
- Service
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Lower Assendon properties and textured coatings
Lower Assendon is about 6 miles north of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. We work across Lower Assendon and the surrounding area, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. We work in 443 places in Oxfordshire. We work right across the region, from Lower Assendon to Reading (8 miles away).
A school like Rupert House School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start. In older homes in Lower Assendon, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Lower Assendon is within about 6 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
We cover Artex jobs across RG9. Local streets include Old Bix Road and Fair Mile; we cover every one. We also carry out Artex jobs in Middle Assendon (1 mile north-west), Bix (1 mile north-west), Fawley Bottom (1 mile north), Fawley (1 mile north-east) and Henley-on-Thames (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Didcot (14 miles west), Thame (13 miles north), Benson (9 miles north-west), Chinnor (10 miles north), Tilehurst (8 miles south-west) and Wallingford (9 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Frazer Nash Archives (2.2 miles south-east). Within reach you’ll find Warburg Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Gillotts School (2.2 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find Golden Ball Public House (within half a mile west)
Afterwards
We clean the room and dispose of the waste legally, with a consignment note.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Give us room sizes
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
Things not to do
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Can I do it myself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Weighing up your options
Very cheap quotes for Artex removal can mean dry scraping or sanding. Ask about the method and the waste. Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Why people choose us
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Clear written quotes
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
See how we quote and the cost guide.
Towns and villages near Lower Assendon
Other services in Lower Assendon
Materials we deal with
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
FAQs for Lower Assendon
Do you come out to small villages like Lower Assendon?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Do you cover Lower Assendon and the area around Henley-On-Thames station?
Yes. Henley-On-Thames station is about 1.9 miles south-east of Lower Assendon, and we cover both.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to every area involved in the job.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Send the details.
Do you work in flats?
We do. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Do not try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional.
What’s included, and what is not
So you know what to expect:
- Other materials may need their own approach
- We need the room cleared
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
What we deal with
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
How we price Artex removal
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- The type of material and its condition
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The size of the job
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Sometimes a test shows removal isn’t needed, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Helping us quote
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them without disturbing anything:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Damaged areas
- Approximate dimensions
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
Photos from a safe distance help: send them through our contact page.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Lower Assendon
Leaks and DIY can damage coatings, which can make them crumble.
These are some of the things we deal with in Lower Assendon:
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Walls before tiling
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Damaged or cracked coatings
If you are refurbishing flats near Henley-On-Thames station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
What your quote should include
- What category of work it is
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- If the price includes VAT
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site