Hampshire · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Lowford, Hampshire
Artex removal in Lowford: textured coating testing and removal. Send us photos and we’ll tell you what you need.
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
Artex removal in Lowford
Choosing the right option
Testing first can save a lot: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Why us?
- Work done to the regulations
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Clear advice on your options
See our prices page and published price ranges.
Artex removal for Lowford properties
HSE’s code of practice says work on textured coatings will not normally be licensable. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work. People often contact us about walls before tiling and landlord refurbishments, involving coated ceiling roses, swirl patterns and textured walls.
In Lowford, textured coatings are often in several rooms, so each type needs testing. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so there are no surprises.
- Area
- Lowford (SO31)
- Area hub
- Hampshire
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Lowford questions
Do older homes in Lowford have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Lowford may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Is the Artex in my Lowford home asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, always, including whether VAT is included.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Can you help with a flat?
We do. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can you quote from photos?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We’ll identify it and advise on removal.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
It depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We’ll explain the options.
Responsibilities for owners
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Lowford must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
For managing agents and freeholders in Lowford, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
A closer look at the materials
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
The process
Our team wears protective equipment, and the room stays closed. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- 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
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Before we arrive
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Let us know where we can park
Ask for a quote
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
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What we deal with in Lowford
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, which can make them crumble.
In older properties, we often see:
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Landlord refurbishments
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
For rented flats close to Bursledon station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Comparing quotes
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What isn’t included
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
- The documents you will receive
What happens next
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
Keeping things safe:
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Give us room sizes
- Keep the results and paperwork
What to avoid
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The type of material and its condition
- How much there is
- How many samples are needed
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
Photos that help
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A clear close-up
- A rough size or measurement
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Doing it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Artex in Lowford homes
Lowford is about 2 miles south-west of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Lowford has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We cover 683 places in Hampshire.
For a school such as Bursledon Church of England Infant School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. Older homes across Lowford may have coatings added during past renovations. Lowford is within about 8 miles of the New Forest National Park, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations. Lowford is within about 3 miles of the coast; indoor work like textured coating removal is not affected by the weather.
For Artex jobs in SO31, just send the postcode and a few photos. Streets in the area include Hamble Lane, St George Close and Woolwich Close, and Artex removal is available on all of them. We also carry out Artex jobs in Old Netley (1 mile south-west), Bursledon (1 mile south-east), Butlocks Heath (1 mile south-west), Hound (1 mile south-west) and Netley (1 mile south-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Havant (15 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (14 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Coldeast (2.3 miles south-east) and Netley Castle (1.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Netley Common.
- Local schools include Oasis Academy Mayfield (1.1 miles west) and Grove Park Business and Enterprise College (1.1 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Linden Tree pub (less than half a mile south-east)
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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