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Artex Removal in New Marston
Found something that might be asbestos in New Marston? We provide testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings, explained in plain English.
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Ceilings before skimming
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
Artex removal in New Marston
Your options compared
Strip the coating or take the boards down? Each has pros and cons, depending on the room. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Why people choose us
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Across London and the South East
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Domestic and commercial work
Read our prices page or our cost guide.
Artex removal in New Marston
A textured ceiling in good condition is low risk if it’s left alone. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through, which is why testing first matters in New Marston. Typical jobs include landlord refurbishments and damaged or cracked coatings, including coated plasterboard, coated ceiling roses and swirl patterns.
Homes in places like New Marston may have textured ceilings in several rooms, so each type needs testing. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, so you have a record.
- Location
- New Marston (OX3, OX1, OX4)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Your questions about Artex removal in New Marston
Do you work near Oxford station?
Yes. Oxford station is about 1.6 miles south-west of New Marston, and we cover both.
Is asbestos common in New Marston homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in New Marston may have it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Can I stay at home while you work?
The work room is sealed and kept clear. Often you can stay in other rooms.
Can I just skim over it?
Covering it is an option if it’s intact, but do not sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
It depends on what we do: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.
Is my textured ceiling in New Marston asbestos?
Not every coating does: many coatings are asbestos-free. A sample test tells you which you have.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Normally not: HSE’s code of practice says textured coating work is not normally licensable, though large steam or gel jobs are notifiable.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. To do that, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
How we price Artex removal
Every quote reflects:
- The quantity or area
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How much waste there is
- The type of material and its condition
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Helping us quote
A few photos can save a site visit:
- Visible markings
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- The parking area
- Approximate dimensions
To get a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
How we work
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Get in touch with photos
- We arrange testing
- We talk through the options
- We carry out the removal
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Before we arrive
- Dig out previous surveys
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Ask for a quote
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
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Materials we deal with
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
Also near New Marston
More for properties in New Marston
Why people call us in New Marston
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings before skimming
- Textured walls before a refit
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
For rented flats close to Oxford station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
What to look for in a quote
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Whether VAT is included
- What category of work it is
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
What’s included, and what isn’t
So you know what to expect:
- Other materials may need their own approach
- Plastering and making good are usually separate jobs
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
What we deal with
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
Artex in New Marston homes
New Marston is about 1 mile north of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in New Marston, just send the postcode. We work in all 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Older homes across New Marston may have coatings added during past renovations. Non-domestic buildings like St Michael's CofE Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings.
Here we cover the OX3, OX1 and OX4 postcode area, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. From Ferry Road, Croft Road and Copse Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Neighbouring places we cover include Headington Hill (1 mile south-east), Northway (1 mile north-east), Oxford (1 mile south), St Clement's (1 mile south) and Norham Manor (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Didcot (11 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (6 miles south), Witney (11 miles west), Carterton (15 miles west) and Thame (11 miles east).
A little further out are Clarendon Shopping Centre (1.2 miles south-west) and Churchill Hospital (0.7 miles east). Within reach you will find Headington Hill and CS Lewis Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Rye St Antony School (0.5 miles south-east) and Cheney School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find White Horse pub (0.8 miles south-east)
- Local facilities include English Faculty Library (0.6 miles south-west)
After the job
Keep the test result and waste paperwork with your property records.
After we have finished:
- Test every different coating
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Send photos of the coatings
Don’ts
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Can I do it myself?
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site