Portsmouth · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in North End, Portsmouth
Artex removal for properties in North End and Portsmouth: Artex removal, with testing first, with written paperwork.
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Walls before tiling
Artex removal in North End
What we deal with in North End
Renovations disturb coatings: sanding to smooth a ceiling, scraping it off dry or drilling for lights releases fibres.
These are some of the things we deal with in North End:
- Loft conversions
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Coatings damaged by DIY
Non-domestic buildings like Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings.
Before booking anyone
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- How fibres will be kept down
Artex removal in North End
According to HSE, textured coating work is normally non-licensed. Bigger jobs using steam or gel must be notified before they start. Common materials are Artex ceilings, coated plasterboard and textured walls, and typical jobs are loft conversions and ceilings before plastering.
In areas like North End, textured ceilings are a common renovation find. Paperwork is part of every job, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Location
- North End (PO2, PO1)
- Area hub
- Portsmouth
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What it might be made of
Patched areas
Patch repairs may use a different material from the original coating.
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
What affects the price in North End
Prices vary with:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How much there is
- How many samples are needed
Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Sending photos
A few photos can save a site visit:
- Where we could park
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- A close-up from a safe distance
- An overall view
You’ll get a written quote. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Doing it yourself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
Artex in North End homes
North End is about 1 mile north of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. North End is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. North End is one of 19 places in Portsmouth where we work. Our area stretches from North End to Southampton (about 15 miles away).
In older homes in North End, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. If you’re refurbishing flats near Hilsea station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. The coast is within about 3 miles of North End; indoor work like textured coating removal isn’t affected by the weather.
We carry out Artex jobs all over PO2 and PO1. That could mean a property on Knox Road, Croft Road and Kirby Road or the roads around them. Being close to the A2047, North End is simple for us to get to. If your property is just outside North End, we also cover Rudmore (1 mile south-west), Tipner (1 mile west), Portsmouth (1 mile south), Copnor (1 mile south-east) and Hilsea (1 mile north-east).
Nearby you will also find Royal Portsmouth Hospital (1.2 miles south) and Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum (0.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near North End include Portsdown Hill and Milton Locks.
- Local schools include Mayfield School (0.5 miles north-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (1.3 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Clarence pub (under half a mile east)
- Other local spots include Southsea (2.4 miles south)
Options to consider in North End
Skimming over Artex is an option, but never sand it first, and the asbestos stays in the building. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why people choose us
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- No removal until we know what it is
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
See our prices page and our cost guide.
The process
Our team wears protective equipment, and keep the room closed while we work. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere.
- Get in touch with photos
- 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
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking and access
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Ask for a quote
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
Good to know
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we see
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
Responsibilities for owners
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
If you manage or own a block in North End, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
FAQs for North End
Do you cover North End and the area around Hilsea station?
Yes, we cover North End and the area towards Hilsea station, about 1.2 miles north-east.
Could my house in North End contain asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in North End can contain it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Could my home contain asbestos?
You cannot tell by eye. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, especially in buildings from before 2000.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. The related diseases often take decades to develop, which is why it’s identified before work.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Work in that area should stop, then have the material identified before anything else happens.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
It depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We will advise for each room.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site