Reading · England
Artex Removal in Sonning
Worried about asbestos in Sonning? Our service covers Artex removal, with testing first, with clear advice at each step.
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Ceilings before skimming
- Walls before tiling
Artex removal near Sonning
Artex removal in Sonning
For an asbestos coating, the room is sealed, the coating kept wet and nothing sanded or dry-scraped. Whether it’s ceilings before skimming and ceilings before downlights go in, we deal with textured walls, coated ceiling roses and stipple finishes and more.
Village homes like those in Sonning have often been altered several times, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Area
- Sonning (RG4)
- Region
- Reading
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Sonning
Many trades want a test result first.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
Older homes across Sonning may have coatings added during past renovations.
Comparing quotes
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- How fibres will be kept down
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- Where the waste goes, with paperwork
Artex in Sonning homes
Sonning is about 1 mile north-west of Woodley, in Reading. We cover Sonning as part of Reading, for Artex jobs of every size. We work in 34 places across Reading, from the larger towns to small villages.
For a school such as Sonning Church of England Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Twyford station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
This part of Reading takes in RG4, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. Local streets include High Street, Parkway Drive and Pound Lane; we cover every one. Sonning is on the B478 and B4446, so it’s easy for us to reach. If your property is just outside Sonning, we also cover Play Hatch (1 mile north-west), Dunsden Green (2 miles north-west), Newtown (2 miles south-west), Caversham Park Village (2 miles north-west) and Littlestead Green (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Caversham (3 miles west), Norcot (5 miles west), West Reading (4 miles west), Tilehurst Within (5 miles west), Shinfield (5 miles south-west) and Arborfield Garrison (6 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (2.5 miles south-west) and Royal Berkshire Hospital (2.6 miles south-west). Within reach you’ll find Sonning Hill and South Lake.
- Schools near Sonning include Reading Blue Coat School (under half a mile west) and Waingels College (0.8 miles east)
- Nearby, you will find Bull Inn (less than half a mile north-west)
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
What we do and don’t cover
Worth knowing before you book:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
- We need the room cleared
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
What we deal with
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
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What it costs
Our quotes take into account:
- The survey scope
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- Disposal costs
- Travel and parking
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
What to photograph
For a quick quote, include:
- Cracks or breaks
- A clear close-up
- The access route
- A photo of the whole area
You’ll get a written quote. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 with the details.
Doing it yourself?
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.
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
How it works
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Getting ready
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Dig out previous surveys
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
Getting a price
Each job is priced individually. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 to get started.
Helpful guides
Landlords, managing agents and employers
If you run a business from older premises in Sonning, you’re likely to need an asbestos register and a management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Sonning must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
Sonning: your questions answered
Is the Artex in my Sonning home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Only a test will tell you.
Do you cover Sonning from London?
We cover Sonning, about 35 miles from central London.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor jobs go ahead in any weather. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
No: skips and household bins cannot take asbestos. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, and ask for advice; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then get in touch and we will advise.
Choosing the right option
Plastering over it is an option, but never sand it first, and the asbestos stays in the building. Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Why people choose us
- Clear advice on your options
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Work done to the regulations
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
Read how we quote or the cost guide.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- 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