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Artex Removal in Pyrford

Artex removal for Pyrford: removal of textured ceilings and walls. Send us photos and we’ll tell you what you need.

  • Textured walls before a refit
  • Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
  • Ceilings before plastering

Ask for a quote Call 07833 053 749

Weighing up your options

A low price may mean shortcuts, which releases fibres. Ask how the coating will be removed and where the waste goes. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.

Why people choose us

  • Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
  • Quotes that spell out the scope
  • London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
  • Clear advice on your options

Read how we quote or published price ranges.

About our artex removal in Pyrford

If your renovation in Pyrford involves textured ceilings, test them before rewiring, fitting downlights or plastering. Typical jobs include textured walls before a refit and ceilings coming down, including coated ceiling roses, stipple finishes and Artex ceilings.

Homes in towns and villages like Pyrford may have textured ceilings in several rooms, so each type needs testing. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.

Area
Pyrford (GU22, KT14)
Region
Surrey
What we do
Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
Paperwork
Test result and waste paperwork
Price
Quoted individually, in writing
Telephone
07833 053 749
Last updated
26 October 2026
A surveyor in a half-mask respirator holding a scraper and a sealed sample bag inside a house

What we deal with in Pyrford

Most problems come during renovation: sanding, dry scraping or drilling releases fibres.

People typically contact us about one of these:

  • Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
  • Structural work through coated ceilings
  • Loft conversions
  • Textured walls before a refit

In older homes in Pyrford, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.

What to look for in a quote

  • Which areas and materials are covered
  • Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
  • That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
  • Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed

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What we do and don’t cover

So you know what to expect:

  • Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
  • Other materials may need their own approach
  • Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time

If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.

Materials we see

  • Artex ceilings
  • Swirl and stipple patterns
  • Patched or painted coatings
  • Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
  • Coated plasterboard
  • Textured walls

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A closer look at the materials

Painted coatings

We sample through the paint into the coating.

Ceiling roses and cornices

We sample them if needed.

How we work

Our team wears protective equipment, and keep the room closed while we work. When we are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.

  1. Send photos of the textured surfaces
  2. We arrange testing
  3. We talk through the options
  4. We remove it safely if that is what you choose
  5. We dispose of the waste legally

How to prepare

  • Let neighbours know if the work is near them
  • Mention any damage before we arrive
  • Clear the way to the work area

Getting a price

Send us the address in Pyrford, a description and some photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749, and we will reply with a quote.

Tell us what you need

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Prices and what affects them

Quotes vary because of:

  • How much there is
  • Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
  • Material and condition
  • The number of samples or the size of the building

The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.

Photos that help

Photos often save us a visit:

  • Labels, if any
  • The parking area
  • A closer photo of the material, without touching it
  • An idea of size

We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 to get started.

Responsibilities for owners

Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.

If you run a business from older premises in Pyrford, you are likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.

Pyrford properties and textured coatings

Pyrford is about 3 miles east of Woking, in Surrey. Properties in Pyrford range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We work in 395 places in Surrey. We work right across the region, from Pyrford to Guildford (about 6 miles away).

Non-domestic buildings like Pyrford Church of England Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start. For rented flats close to West Byfleet station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. Parts of the Surrey Hills National Landscape are within about 8 miles of Pyrford, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.

Artex jobs anywhere in GU22 and KT14 start with the postcode and some photos. From Pyrford Woods Close, Pyrford Woods Road and Onslow Way or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Nearby, we also cover Sheerwater (1 mile north-west), West Byfleet (1 mile north-east), Pyrford Village (1 mile south), Woodham (1 mile north) and Old Woking (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (6 miles south-west), Woking (3 miles west), Camberley (9 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Farnham (15 miles south-west) and Ewell (11 miles east).

Other landmarks nearby include Woking Community Hospital (2 miles south-west) and The Peacocks (2 miles west). Within reach you’ll find Papercourt Marshes and St Ann's Hill.

  • Local schools include The Bishop David Brown School (0.8 miles north-west) and The Bishop David Brown School (0.8 miles north-west)
  • Nearby, you’ll find The Station pub (1 mile north)
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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.

With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.

Your questions about Artex removal in Pyrford

Do you work on properties in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?

Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.

Is the Artex in my Pyrford home asbestos?

Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Testing a sample is the only way to know.

Do you need a licence to remove Artex?

Normally not, according to HSE. Larger steam or gel jobs must be notified first.

Does all Artex contain asbestos?

Not necessarily, as many do not. A test will tell you.

Do you cover Pyrford?

We do: our area includes Pyrford and the places around it. Send the postcode and a few photos for a quote.

What if the weather’s bad?

It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.

What paperwork will I get?

That depends on the job: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.

Can I stay at home while you work?

The work room is sealed and kept clear. Often you can stay in other rooms.

  • Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
  • Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
  • Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
  • Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note

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