Hampshire · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in South Ham, Hampshire
Artex removal in South Ham, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Coatings already disturbed
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Structural work through coated ceilings
Artex removal for South Ham
Artex removal near South Ham
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through, which is why testing first matters in South Ham. From ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights and loft conversions, we cover swirl patterns, textured walls and coated ceiling roses.
In a smaller place like South Ham, textured ceilings often show up when people renovate older family homes, and testing comes first. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Area
- South Ham (RG22, RG21, RG23)
- Area hub
- Hampshire
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Your questions about Artex removal in South Ham
How far is South Ham from London?
South Ham is about 47 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you work near Basingstoke station?
Yes, we cover South Ham and the area towards Basingstoke station, about 1.2 miles north-east.
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.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Only once you know it’s clear. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep everyone away and do not clean it up. Then contact us and we will advise on the next step.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area in the job.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
The work room is sealed and kept clear. You may be able to use the rest of the house.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
DIY and asbestos
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Artex in South Ham homes
South Ham is about 1 mile south-west of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Anywhere in South Ham, just send the postcode. We cover 683 places in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from South Ham to Reading (14 miles away).
Older homes across South Ham may have coatings added during past renovations. For a school such as St Anne's Catholic Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start.
Artex jobs anywhere in RG22, RG21 and RG23 start with the postcode and some photos. Your property could be on Pheby Road, Wella Road and Lennox Road or the roads around them, wherever it is in South Ham. Neighbouring places we cover include Brighton Hill (1 mile south), Basingstoke (1 mile north-east), Winklebury (1 mile north-west), Buckskin (1 mile west) and Worting (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also work in Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (10 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (7 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (1.5 miles north) and Basing House (2.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Farleigh Hill and Daneshill Park Woods.
- Nearby schools include Aldworth School (under half a mile south-west) and Coppice Spring School (0.7 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include The White Hart Inn (1 mile west)
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Good to know
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Plastering and making good are typically separate jobs
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
After the job
Share the paperwork with your trades.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Send photos of the coatings
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
Don’ts
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Step by step
Our team wears protective equipment, and keep the room closed while we work. It helps if we can park nearby, so let us know about any restrictions.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
- Dig out previous surveys
Getting a price
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
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Options to consider in South Ham
Plastering over it avoids disturbing it, but don’t sand it smooth first, and it remains in place. Doing several things in one visit can help, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
Why us?
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Accredited laboratory results
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
Take a look at how we quote or our cost guide.
Why people call us in South Ham
Older coatings are often painted over many times, which can make them look newer than they are.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Typical situations are:
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Textured walls before a refit
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Ceilings coming down
For rented flats close to Basingstoke station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- How fibres will be kept down
- Whether the job needs notifying
- Suitable insurance for the work
What affects the price in South Ham
Quotes vary because of:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The type of material and its condition
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Identifying asbestos early is cheaper than stopping work later, when everything has to stop.
Photos that help
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them without disturbing anything:
- A clear close-up
- The parking area
- An idea of size
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
- 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
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note