West Berkshire · England
Artex Removal for Stockcross
Artex removal for properties in Stockcross and West Berkshire: removal of textured ceilings and walls, with written paperwork.
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Landlord refurbishments
- Coatings already disturbed
Artex removal near Stockcross
Typical Artex jobs in Stockcross
Leaks and DIY can damage coatings, so they may start to flake.
Typical jobs in Stockcross include:
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Landlord refurbishments
- Coatings scraped during DIY
For a school such as Stockcross C.E. School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
What your quote should include
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- What isn’t included
- The documents you will receive
Artex removal in Stockcross
A textured ceiling in good condition is low risk if it’s left alone. The problem comes when it’s sanded, scraped dry, drilled or knocked through during a renovation. Common materials are swirl patterns, coated plasterboard and stipple finishes, and typical jobs are coatings scraped during DIY and ceilings coming down.
Rural homes near Stockcross have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. Clear answers come first: is it asbestos, and what should you do about it.
- Area
- Stockcross (RG20)
- County
- West Berkshire
- 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
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Textured ceilings in Stockcross
Stockcross is about 3 miles north-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Stockcross is part of the area we cover, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. Stockcross is one of 155 places in West Berkshire where we work. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 17 miles away.
For rented flats close to Newbury station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Older homes across Stockcross may have coatings added during past renovations.
Anywhere in RG20, we can help with Artex removal. Streets in the area include Ermin Street, Chapel Road and Glebe Lane, and Artex removal is available on all of them. We also carry out Artex jobs in Marsh Benham (1 mile south-west), Wickham Heath (1 mile north-west), Bagnor (1 mile east), Speen (1 mile south-east) and Boxford (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles south-east), Thatcham (5 miles east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Hungerford (6 miles west), Calcot (14 miles east) and Lambourn (9 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (2.5 miles east) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.7 miles east). The countryside around Stockcross includes Rack Marsh.
- Local schools include Trinity School (2.4 miles east)
- Local pubs include The Rising Sun pub (less than half a mile west)
How it works
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly before the seals come down. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- We go through the options and send a quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Before we arrive
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Dig out previous surveys
Getting a price
Photos from a safe distance help: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
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Questions from Stockcross
Do textured ceilings in Stockcross homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
How far is Stockcross from London?
Stockcross is about 55 miles from central London, well within our area.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Can you help with a shop or office?
We do, alongside homes. Non-domestic premises have a duty holder who should hold an asbestos register.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Keep people away from damaged material and do not clean it up yourself. Then contact us and we will advise on the next step.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, we do. We work for landlords, managing agents, employers and contractors as well as homeowners.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always. If it’s in good condition and nobody will disturb it, leaving it in place and checking it can be the safer choice.
Good to know
To be clear about the scope:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- We need the room cleared
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials in Stockcross
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
Your options compared
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Test first. What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
Why people choose us
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Clear written quotes
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
Read how we quote or the cost guide.
Materials we deal with
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Prices and what affects them
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- The quantity or area
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Parking and access charges
- Access to the area
Dealing with asbestos before building work is usually cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
What to photograph
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- Visible markings
- Cracks or breaks
- A rough size or measurement
- A wide shot showing where the material is
Send us the address in Stockcross, a description and some photos: send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
After we’ve finished in Stockcross
If you’ve covered a coating rather than removed it, record where it is.
Once we are done:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Test every different coating
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Keep the results and paperwork
Don’ts
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
DIY and asbestos
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Places near Stockcross
What else we do in Stockcross
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note