West Berkshire · England
Artex Removal in Mortimer
Artex removal in Mortimer and across West Berkshire: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings, with written paperwork.
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Coatings damaged by leaks
Get a quote for Mortimer
About our artex removal in Mortimer
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Mortimer, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. Typical jobs include walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit and ceilings before downlights go in, involving Artex ceilings, coated ceiling roses and textured walls.
In a smaller place like Mortimer, textured ceilings often show up when people renovate older family homes, and testing comes first. Clear answers come first: is it asbestos, and what should you do about it.
- Area
- Mortimer (RG7)
- County
- West Berkshire
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Limits to be aware of
Before booking, note that:
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Common materials
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
For businesses and landlords in Mortimer
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
For managing agents and freeholders in Mortimer, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors, and condition checked regularly.
DIY and asbestos
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Why people call us in Mortimer
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, so they may start to flake.
Asbestos can be in a lot of places in buildings from before 2000. Typical situations are:
- Loft conversions
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Ceilings before skimming
A school like Mortimer St John's C.E. Infant School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start.
Before you book anyone
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Whether VAT is included
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- What paperwork you get
Artex removal around Mortimer
Mortimer is about 4 miles north-east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Mortimer is within our West Berkshire area, for Artex jobs of every size. We cover 155 places across West Berkshire. You can also see our page for Reading, about 6 miles away.
If your home is one of the older properties in Mortimer, near Mortimer Methodist Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. For rented flats close to Mortimer station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
For Artex jobs in RG7, just send the postcode and a few photos. Streets in the area include The Street, Croft Road and Leigh Field, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Other places close to Mortimer we cover include Stratfield Mortimer (1 mile east), Mortimer West End (1 mile south-west), Goddard's Green (2 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (2 miles north) and Wokefield (2 miles north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Newbury (11 miles west), Thatcham (8 miles west), Speenhamland (11 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles east), Calcot (5 miles north) and Shaw (11 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Calleva Museum (2 miles south-west) and Beaumys Castle (3.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hosehill Lake.
- Local schools include The Willink School (1.4 miles north) and The Willink School (1.4 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include Horse and Groom pub (less than half a mile east)
What it costs
What drives the price:
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Location, parking and any London charges
Sometimes a test shows removal isn’t needed, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Helping us quote
Helpful photos:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Labels, if any
- Street parking nearby
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
Not sure what you need? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
After we’ve finished in Mortimer
The surface is left ready for making good.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Keep pets away
Things not to do
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Don’t drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Also near Mortimer
Mortimer: your questions answered
Do you cover Mortimer from London?
Mortimer is about 43 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you cover Mortimer and the area around Mortimer station?
Yes. Mortimer station is about 1.4 miles east of Mortimer, and we cover both.
Should all asbestos be removed?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area in the job.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Photos are often enough to give a quote, though some need a visit first.
Can I just skim over it?
You can, if it’s intact: skimming or boarding over avoids disturbing it. Never sand it beforehand, and record its location.
Do you work in Mortimer?
Yes, Mortimer is in our area. Send us the postcode for a quote.
Do you need a licence to remove Artex?
Normally not, according to HSE. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work.
How it works
We start by sealing and protecting the room, then keep the coating wet throughout. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so please keep children and pets away.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We carry out the removal
- We dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking and access
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
- Move things out of the way carefully
Getting a price
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
A closer look at the materials
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
Patched areas
Patch repairs may use a different material from the original coating.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site