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Asbestos Artex Removal in Owslebury, Hampshire
Looking for Artex removal in Owslebury? We cover Owslebury and the surrounding area, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
Asbestos help in Owslebury
What happens
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, never sanded or scraped dry. Parking close by makes the day easier, so let us know about any restrictions.
- Get in touch with photos
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
How to prepare
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Warn neighbours if needed
How to get a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
Artex removal for Owslebury properties
Covering an intact coating is one option, but the asbestos is still there and should be recorded for future work. From textured walls before a refit and damaged or cracked coatings, we deal with stipple finishes, coated plasterboard and textured walls.
In places like Owslebury, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. We identify materials before planning removal, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Location
- Owslebury (SO21)
- Area hub
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Owslebury
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, so they may start to flake.
You cannot tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Loft conversions
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Coatings damaged by leaks
If you are refurbishing a rental near Shawford station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
Comparing quotes
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- If the price includes VAT
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
Textured ceilings in Owslebury
Owslebury is about 4 miles south-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We cover Owslebury as part of Hampshire, whatever the size of the job. We work in 683 places in Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 8 miles away.
For a school such as Owslebury Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. Older homes across Owslebury may have coatings added during past renovations.
Here we cover the SO21 postcode area, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. Your property could be on Beech Grove, Main Road and Pitcot Lane or the roads around them. For properties just outside Owslebury, we cover Owslebury Bottom (1 mile north), Baybridge (1 mile south-east), Hensting (1 mile south-west), Morestead (1 mile north) and Lane End (3 miles north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Winchester (4 miles north-west), Gosport (15 miles south), Eastleigh (4 miles south-west), Fareham (11 miles south), Horndean (13 miles south-east) and Totton (12 miles south-west).
A little further out are Wolvesey Castle (3.9 miles north-west) and The Gurkha Museum (3.9 miles north-west). Open spaces near Owslebury include Twyford Down and Hockley Meadows.
- Pubs nearby include Ship Inn (under half a mile south-west)
How we price Artex removal
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- How much there is
- The type of material and its condition
- How many samples are needed
- Access to the area
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
What to photograph
Photos often save us a visit:
- An overall view
- Cracks or breaks
- Approximate dimensions
- Where we could park
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.
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The scope of Artex removal
The usual limits are:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Common materials
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
Can I do it myself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Questions from Owslebury
Do older homes in Owslebury have asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work near Shawford station?
Yes. Shawford station is about 2.8 miles west of Owslebury, and we cover both.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep everyone away and do not clean it up. Then contact us for advice.
What does licensed work mean?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
Can you quote from photos?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area involved in the job, and it helps if you are around to answer questions.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily: many coatings are asbestos-free. A sample test tells you which you have.
What it might be made of
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, which doesn’t change what’s underneath.
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
For businesses and landlords in Owslebury
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Owslebury must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
What happens next
If other rooms have textured coatings, record whether they’ve been tested, for future work.
A few practical points:
- Keep pets away
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Test every different coating
Don’ts
Do not use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note