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Asbestos Artex Removal in Pyle, Isle of Wight
Artex removal for Pyle: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings. Tell us what you’ve found and we’ll explain your options.
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Walls before tiling
- Coatings damaged by DIY
Artex removal in Pyle
What we do and don’t cover
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before you book.
Materials in Pyle
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
Artex removal near Pyle
If your renovation in Pyle involves textured ceilings, get them tested before electricians or plasterers start. Typical jobs include rented flats before redecoration and ceilings coming down, involving textured walls, coated ceiling roses and Artex ceilings.
Village homes like those in Pyle have often been altered several times, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. We explain what we find in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Where
- Pyle (PO38)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Nearby places to Pyle
What else we do in Pyle
Pyle properties and textured coatings
Pyle is about 6 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. In Pyle, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Pyle is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 22 miles away.
The coast is within about 6 miles of Pyle; indoor work like textured coating removal isn’t affected by the weather.
Here we cover the PO38 postcode area. That could mean a property on Pyle Shute, Westside Lane and Atherfield Road. Nearby, we also cover Chale Green (1 mile north-east), Atherfield Green (1 mile north-west), Little Atherfield (1 mile north-west), Shorwell (3 miles north-west) and Thorncross (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Newport (6 miles north), Ryde (11 miles north-east), Cowes (10 miles north), Sandown (8 miles north-east), Shanklin (7 miles east) and Ventnor (5 miles east). If the property is somewhere remote, tell us early so we can plan the journey.
For somewhere as remote as Pyle, early notice helps us plan the trip.
A little further out are Blackgang Sawmill Museum (1.4 miles south-east) and Whitecroft Hospital (4.5 miles north). Within reach you will find Stenbury Down.
Prices and what affects them
We base our quote on:
- Material and condition
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- How easy it is to reach
- The size of the job
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Photos that help
Helpful photos:
- Labels, if any
- A clear close-up
- A photo of the whole area
- Cracks or breaks
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Looking after things afterwards
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
After we’ve finished:
- Each different coating needs testing
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Empty the rooms in advance
Things not to do
Don’t sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
What we deal with in Pyle
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, which can make them crumble.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to Artex jobs:
- Landlord refurbishments
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Loft conversions
Older homes across Pyle may have coatings added during past renovations.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether VAT is included
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
Responsibilities for owners
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Should you do it yourself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
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.
A closer look at the materials
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Textured walls
Walls are treated like ceilings.
Pyle: your questions answered
Is asbestos common in Pyle homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Pyle may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover small places like Pyle?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Will I get the price in writing?
Yes, every quote is in writing and says what’s included.
Should I take the ceiling down instead?
Either can work: the right choice depends on the room. We’ll recommend one for each room.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Only once you know it’s clear. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
No: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.
How do I get a quote?
Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
What happens
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We carry out the removal
- We dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Ensure we can get to the area
- Tell us about parking and access
How to get a quote
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll recommend the right option.
Helpful guides
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note