Hampshire · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Stone, Hampshire
Looking for Artex removal in Stone? We work across Stone and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Ceilings before skimming
- Textured walls before a refit
- Landlord refurbishments
Artex removal for Stone
Artex removal for Stone properties
HSE’s code of practice says work on textured coatings will not normally be licensable. Bigger jobs using steam or gel must be notified before they start. Typical materials include stipple finishes, coated ceiling roses and swirl patterns, and people generally contact us about ceilings due for plastering or skimming and extensions that cut into ceilings.
Village homes like those in Stone have often been altered several times, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Where
- Stone (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How we work
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, never sanded or scraped dry. While we work, the area stays out of bounds.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Before we arrive
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Let us know if something’s broken
Ask for a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
What affects the price in Stone
These are the main things that affect the price of Artex removal:
- Material and condition
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- How much there is
- How easy it is to reach
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
What to photograph
Photo tips:
- The parking area
- A clear close-up
- An idea of size
- How we’d reach it
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page; it helps us quote accurately.
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, while the property is empty.
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Materials we deal with
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
Patched areas
Different areas may need separate samples.
Also near Stone
Also in Stone
Weighing up your options
Strip the coating or take the boards down? Stripping keeps the ceiling; taking boards down whole can be quicker and cleaner in some rooms. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
How we work in Stone
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Stone
Older coatings are often painted over many times, so age is hard to judge.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Ceilings coming down
- Coatings already disturbed
- Landlord refurbishments
In older homes in Stone, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
Comparing quotes
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- What category of work it is
- Any exclusions
- VAT, clearly stated
Textured ceilings in Stone
Stone is about 3 miles north-west of Cowes, in Hampshire. Stone is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. We work in 683 places across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 9 miles away.
Stone is within about 5 miles of the New Forest National Park; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too. Stone is within about 4 miles of the coast; indoor work like textured coating removal is not affected by the weather.
Here we cover the SO45 postcode area, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. For properties just outside Stone, we cover Gurnard (3 miles south-east), Cowes (3 miles south-east), Rew Street (4 miles south), Northwood (4 miles south-east) and Great Thorness (4 miles south). Larger places within reach include Gosport (9 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north), Fareham (8 miles north-east), Totton (11 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (9 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Calshot Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and Sir Max Aitken Museum (3.3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Mill Hill.
Stone questions
Do you cover small places like Stone?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Do textured ceilings in Stone homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Should all asbestos be removed?
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.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Typically not: HSE’s code of practice says textured coating work is not normally licensable, but larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified first.
How much does Artex removal cost in Stone?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not every coating does: plenty of textured coatings contain no asbestos. A sample test tells you which you have.
Can I just skim over it?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but don’t sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Can I do it myself?
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
What we do and do not cover
Before booking, note that:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
Materials we see
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site