Hampshire · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Roughdown, Hampshire
Artex removal in Roughdown and across Hampshire: Artex removal, with testing first, with written paperwork.
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Landlord refurbishments
Artex removal in Roughdown
Questions from Roughdown
Do you work on properties in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, the same rules apply there, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Do you work near Netley station?
Yes. Netley station is about 4.3 miles north-east of Roughdown, and we cover both.
How do I get a quote?
Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Do you cover Roughdown?
Yes. We cover Roughdown and the surrounding area as part of Hampshire. Tell us the postcode and what you need.
Can I stay at home while you work?
You can often stay in the rest of the house: the work room is closed off until it’s finished.
Can I just skim over it?
It’s an option for an intact coating: skimming or boarding over avoids disturbing it. Do not sand it first, and keep a record that it’s there.
Is my textured ceiling in Roughdown asbestos?
Not necessarily: many textured coatings don’t contain asbestos. The only way to know is to test a sample.
Artex removal near Roughdown
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Roughdown, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. We often deal with stipple finishes, Artex ceilings and swirl patterns, and people usually contact us about structural work through coated ceilings and coatings damaged by DIY.
Rural homes near Roughdown have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal, whichever fits.
- Where
- Roughdown (SO45)
- County
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
For landlords, agents and businesses
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Roughdown properties and textured coatings
Roughdown is about 3 miles south of Hythe, in Hampshire. Roughdown is within our Hampshire area, whatever the size of the job. Roughdown is one of 683 places in Hampshire we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 7 miles away.
For a school such as Blackfield Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. Older homes across Roughdown may have coatings added during past renovations. Parts of the New Forest National Park are within about 3 miles of Roughdown; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too. Roughdown is within about 5 miles of the coast, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
Artex jobs anywhere in SO45 start with the postcode and some photos. Nearby, we also cover Holbury (1 mile north), Blackfield (1 mile east), Little Holbury (1 mile north), Langley (1 mile south-east) and Hardley (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Gosport (10 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north), Fareham (9 miles east), Totton (9 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (11 miles north) and Hedge End (8 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (2.9 miles west) and Calshot Castle (3.5 miles east). The countryside around Roughdown includes Mercury Marshes.
- Schools near Roughdown include The New Forest Academy (1.2 miles north)
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Roughdown
Renovations disturb coatings: sanding to smooth a ceiling, scraping it off dry or drilling for lights.
These are some of the things we deal with in Roughdown:
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Structural work through coated ceilings
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Netley station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the job needs notifying
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
- What paperwork you get
Materials, one by one
Coated plasterboard
The coating sits on plasterboard or plaster. Removing the boards can be an option.
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
After we have finished in Roughdown
Covered coatings should be recorded.
After we’ve finished:
- Keep pets away
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
- File the test result and waste note
- Empty the rooms in advance
Things not to do
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
DIY and asbestos
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
How it works
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, with no sanding or dry scraping. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- We plan the method and quote
- We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Clear the way to the work area
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
Get a quote
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.
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What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- The survey scope
- Location, parking and any London charges
- How much there is
- Access to the area
We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
What to photograph
A few photos can save a site visit:
- An overall view
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- An idea of size
- Visible markings
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
The scope of Artex removal
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- We need the room cleared
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials in Roughdown
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site