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Artex Removal in Remenham
Artex removal across Remenham and nearby. Planned to HSE guidance, with written results and paperwork.
- Ceilings before plastering
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
Need Artex removal in Remenham?
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.
Artex removal near Remenham
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. The problem comes when it’s sanded, scraped dry, drilled or knocked through during a renovation. Typical materials include swirl patterns, stipple finishes and coated ceiling roses, and typical jobs are rented flats before redecoration and walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit.
Village homes like those in Remenham have often been altered several times, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, so you have a record.
- Location
- Remenham (RG9)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Good to know
Some limits to bear in mind:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials we see
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
Materials we deal with
Patched areas
Patches may be newer material.
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Common questions in Remenham
Do you work near Henley-On-Thames station?
Yes, we cover Remenham and the area towards Henley-On-Thames station, about 1.2 miles south.
Do you cover small places like Remenham?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
The work room is sealed and kept clear. Often you can stay in other rooms.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but do not sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: skips and household bins can’t take asbestos. It must go to a permitted site.
Does weather affect the work?
It depends on the job: indoor jobs aren’t affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
Artex in Remenham homes
Remenham is about 5 miles west of Marlow, in Oxfordshire. Anywhere in Remenham, just send the postcode. Remenham is one of 443 towns and villages in Oxfordshire where we work. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 8 miles away.
If you are refurbishing a rental near Henley-On-Thames station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Non-domestic buildings like Rupert House School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start. Remenham is within about 7 miles of the Chilterns National Landscape; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Artex jobs anywhere in RG9 start with the postcode and some photos. Other places close to Remenham we cover include Aston (1 mile east), Remenham Hill (1 mile south-east), Mill End (1 mile north-east), Medmenham (2 miles east) and Cockpole Green (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Thame (14 miles north), Benson (10 miles north-west), Chinnor (10 miles north), Tilehurst (9 miles south-west), Wallingford (11 miles west) and Little Heath (9 miles south-west).
A little further out are Frazer Nash Archives (1.4 miles south) and Marlow Community Hospital (5.4 miles east). Within reach you’ll find Hurley Chalk Pit.
- Schools near Remenham include Badgemore Primary School (1.1 miles south-west) and Gillotts School (2.2 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Old White Horse pub (0.9 miles south-west)
After we’ve finished in Remenham
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Each different coating needs testing
- Send photos of the coatings
Don’ts
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
The process
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and keep the room closed while we work. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We arrange testing
- We talk through the options
- We carry out the removal
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Ensure we can get to the area
How to get a quote
Include any existing survey or test when you call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form; it helps us quote accurately.
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Weighing up your options
A low price may mean shortcuts. Ask how the coating will be removed and where the waste goes. Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Why us?
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
Read how we quote and our cost guide.
Where asbestos turns up
Leaks and DIY can damage coatings, so they may start to flake.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Ceilings before plastering
- Landlord refurbishments
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
Older homes across Remenham may have coatings added during past renovations.
What to look for in a quote
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
- The documents you’ll receive
- Which areas and materials are covered
What it costs
These are the main things that affect the price of Artex removal:
- The category of work
- The quantity or area
- Parking and access charges
- How easy it is to reach
Sometimes a test shows removal is not needed, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Sending photos
What to photograph:
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- An overall view
- Cracks or breaks
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 to get started.
- 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
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note