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Artex Removal for Steeple Barton
Looking for Artex removal in Steeple Barton? We cover Steeple Barton and the surrounding area, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Ceilings before plastering
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
Asbestos help in Steeple Barton
Artex removal near Steeple Barton
Textured coatings like Artex were used on ceilings and walls for decades, 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. Typical jobs include ceilings before plastering and coatings scraped during DIY, including textured walls, stipple finishes and Artex ceilings.
In a village like Steeple Barton, 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.
- Where
- Steeple Barton (OX25)
- County
- Oxfordshire
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Prices and what affects them
Prices vary with:
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Access to the area
- The type of material and its condition
- The quantity or area
A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
What to photograph
A few photos can save a site visit:
- Where we could park
- An idea of size
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A picture of the whole area
Send us the address in Steeple Barton, a description and some photos: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we will reply with a quote.
DIY and asbestos
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
What happens
We start by sealing and protecting the room, then keep the coating wet throughout. On the day, we check the area and talk you through the plan first.
- Get in touch with photos
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Getting ready
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
Get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Helpful guides
For businesses and landlords in Steeple Barton
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
If your business premises in Steeple Barton were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Steeple Barton
Older coatings are often painted over many times, which can make them look newer than they are.
These come up again and again:
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
For rented flats close to Heyford station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
Before you book anyone
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- What paperwork you get
- What category of work it is
Artex in Steeple Barton homes
Steeple Barton is about 8 miles west of Bicester, in Oxfordshire. Steeple Barton has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Steeple Barton is one of 443 places in Oxfordshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Steeple Barton to Oxford (about 13 miles away).
A school like Middle Barton Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested. In older homes in Steeple Barton, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of OX25 and the streets around it. Close by, we cover Middle Barton (1 mile north-west), Westcott Barton (1 mile west), Steeple Aston (2 miles east), Middle Aston (2 miles north-east) and Duns Tew (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also work in Oxford (13 miles south), Banbury (10 miles north), Bicester (8 miles east), Witney (11 miles south-west), Carterton (15 miles south-west) and Kidlington (8 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Deddington Castle (4.2 miles north).
- Pubs nearby include Holt Hotel (Oxfordshire) (1 mile east)
Steeple Barton questions
Do you cover small places like Steeple Barton?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Do older homes in Steeple Barton have asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Steeple Barton?
Yes. We cover Steeple Barton and the surrounding area as part of Oxfordshire. Send us the postcode for a quote.
How much does Artex removal cost in Steeple Barton?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, and we quote once the coating has been tested.
What does licensed work mean?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but never sand it first, and keep a record.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Tell us about the property and what you need.
The scope of Artex removal
Worth knowing before booking:
- We need the room cleared
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
What we deal with
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
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Which option is right?
Testing first can save a lot: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Why people choose us
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Records for your files
Read how we quote and our cost guide.
- 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
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site