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Asbestos Artex Removal in Shabbington, Buckinghamshire
Artex removal in Shabbington, from older homes to workplaces. You get a written quote before anything starts.
- Ceilings before plastering
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Loft conversions
Artex removal near Shabbington
How artex removal works in Shabbington
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Shabbington, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. People often contact us about coatings damaged by DIY and loft conversions, involving stipple finishes, textured walls and coated plasterboard.
In a village like Shabbington, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Area
- Shabbington (HP18)
- Area hub
- Buckinghamshire
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Coated plasterboard
Coatings are applied over plasterboard or plaster. Sometimes it’s simpler to remove the boards whole.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
If your business premises in Shabbington were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
If you’re responsible for a non-domestic building or the common parts of flats in Shabbington, you have a duty to manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
The process
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
- Warn neighbours if needed
How to get a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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Artex removal around Shabbington
Shabbington is about 3 miles west of Thame, in Buckinghamshire. Properties in Shabbington range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. Shabbington is one of 263 towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work. You can also see our page for Oxford, about 8 miles away.
Older homes across Shabbington may have coatings added during past renovations. If you are refurbishing flats near Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of the HP18 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Limes Way, Old Bryers Close and Ickford Road; we cover every one. Neighbouring places we cover include Little Ickford (1 mile west), Ickford (1 mile west), North Weston (1 mile south-east), Draycott (1 mile south-west) and Albury (1 mile south-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Aylesbury (10 miles north-east), High Wycombe (15 miles south-east), Elmhurst (11 miles north-east), Southcourt (10 miles east), Princes Risborough (9 miles east) and Haydon Hill (9 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Thame Community Hospital (3 miles east) and Waterperry Gardens Rural Museum (2.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Snakemoor.
- Local schools include Lord Williams's School (2 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Old Fisherman Inn (under half a mile south-east)
How we price Artex removal
The biggest factors in the price are:
- The size of the job
- How many samples are needed
- What the material is and its state
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Photos that help
For a quick quote, include:
- A photo of the whole area
- The parking area
- Damaged areas
- Visible markings
Not sure what you need? Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
After the job
The surface is left ready for making good.
After we have finished:
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Keep pets away
Don’ts
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating.
Limits to be aware of
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
DIY and asbestos
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
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.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Shabbington
Many trades want a test result first.
These are the materials and situations that most often lead to Artex jobs:
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Ceilings before plastering
For a school such as Ickford School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
Comparing quotes
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- What paperwork you get
- What category of work it is
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
Shabbington questions
Do you cover Shabbington and the area around Haddenham & Thame Parkway station?
Yes, we cover Shabbington and the area towards Haddenham & Thame Parkway station, about 4.1 miles east.
Do older homes in Shabbington have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Shabbington can contain it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, which is why it’s identified before work.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
It depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We will explain the options.
How much does Artex removal cost in Shabbington?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
How can I get a price?
Just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Any building built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Only laboratory analysis of a sample can confirm it.
What if my house is newer?
Homes built after 2000 shouldn’t contain asbestos, as it was banned in 1999.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site