Hampshire · England
Artex Removal for Peel Common
Found something that might be asbestos in Peel Common? We provide removal of textured ceilings and walls, explained in plain English.
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings before plastering
- Coatings already disturbed
Artex removal near Peel Common
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
About our artex removal in Peel Common
Textured coatings like Artex were used on ceilings and walls for decades, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. Whether it’s coatings damaged by DIY and rented homes refurbished between tenants, we deal with Artex ceilings, stipple finishes and textured walls.
Village homes like those in Peel Common have often been altered several times, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance.
- Where
- Peel Common (PO14)
- County
- Hampshire
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
DIY and asbestos
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Choosing the right option
You will find DIY products for removing Artex, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Test first. Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
Why us?
- Covering London and the South East
- No removal until we know what it is
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Written quotes that say what’s included
See how we price jobs or our cost guide.
What we deal with in Peel Common
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
Typical jobs in Peel Common include:
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
For a school such as Peel Common Junior School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
What to look for in a quote
- How fibres will be kept down
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- Which laboratory analyses samples
Artex in Peel Common homes
Peel Common is about 2 miles south of Fareham, in Hampshire. Homes, landlords and businesses in Peel Common contact us for Artex jobs. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our area stretches from Peel Common to Southampton (11 miles away).
Older homes across Peel Common may have coatings added during past renovations. For rented flats close to Fareham station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. The coast is within about 6 miles of Peel Common, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
We carry out Artex jobs all over PO14. Whether your property is on Woodcote Lane and Newgate Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. We also carry out Artex jobs in Crofton (1 mile west), Rowner (1 mile east), Bridgemary (1 mile east), Lee-on-the-Solent (1 mile south) and Elson (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-west), Horndean (10 miles north-east), Totton (15 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (14 miles north-west) and Hedge End (8 miles north-west).
A little further out are Fareham Shopping Centre (2.1 miles north) and Gosport War Memorial Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include West of the River Alver and Portsdown Hill.
- Nearby schools include Bridgemary School (0.6 miles east) and Baycroft School (0.7 miles west)
Afterwards
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
Keeping things safe:
- Give us room sizes
- Each different coating needs testing
- File the test result and waste note
- Plan around the closed rooms
What to avoid
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- Material and condition
- The category of work
- How much there is
- Waste quantity and disposal
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when everything has to stop.
Helping us quote
A few photos can save a site visit:
- The parking area
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- An idea of size
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we’ll advise.
Questions from Peel Common
Do you cover small places like Peel Common?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Could my house in Peel Common contain asbestos?
If your home in Peel Common was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but you can’t tell by looking. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Generally not: HSE treats textured coating work as normally non-licensed, but larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified first.
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’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
Can I just skim over it?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but don’t sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Buildings from after 2000 shouldn’t, because of the 1999 ban, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No. Asbestos is hazardous waste and must go to a site that accepts it. When we remove it, it’s taken to a permitted site with a consignment note.
What’s included, and what is not
Before you book, note that:
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
- 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
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
Materials we see
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
Towns and villages near Peel Common
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What happens
We bag and label the waste as we work, for disposal at a permitted site. While we work, the area stays out of bounds, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- We go through the options and send a quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Related guides
- 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