Surrey · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Tongham, Surrey
Artex removal in Tongham, from older homes to workplaces. You get a written quote before anything starts.
- Ceilings before skimming
- Coatings already disturbed
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Artex removal in Tongham
Prices and what affects them
We base our quote on:
- How easy it is to reach
- How many samples are needed
- Material and condition
- Waste quantity and disposal
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Helping us quote
To help us quote quickly, send:
- The parking area
- Damaged areas
- A photo of the whole area
- A close-up from a safe distance
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
About our artex removal in Tongham
Textured coatings like Artex were used on ceilings and walls for decades, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. Typical jobs include walls before tiling and ceilings coming down, including coated plasterboard, Artex ceilings and textured walls.
In Tongham, textured coatings are often in several rooms, so test each different coating. Work is planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance, whatever the size of the job.
- Where
- Tongham (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Tongham questions
Could my house in Tongham contain asbestos?
If your home in Tongham was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but only a test can confirm it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you work near Ash station?
Yes, we cover Tongham and the area towards Ash station, about 1.4 miles north-east.
How can I get a price?
Just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
What does licensed work mean?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings usually aren’t licensed.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Both are options: the right choice depends on the room. We’ll advise room by room.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not until it’s been tested. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
Textured ceilings in Tongham
Tongham is about 1 mile south-east of Aldershot, in Surrey. Properties in Tongham range from older houses to newer estates and commercial buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We cover all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford, about 7 miles away.
If you are refurbishing a rental near Ash station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. In older homes in Tongham, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
For Artex jobs in GU10, just send the postcode and a few photos. Streets in the area include The Street, Chester Way and Lambourne Way, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Neighbouring places we cover include Sandy Cross (1 mile south), Ash (1 mile north-east), Seale (1 mile south-east), Ash Green (1 mile north-east) and Badshot Lea (1 mile west). We also cover nearby towns such as Guildford (7 miles east), Woking (9 miles north-east), Camberley (7 miles north), Farnham (3 miles south-west), Frimley (6 miles north) and Haslemere (10 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Ash Museum (1.3 miles north-east) and Farnham Castle (3.2 miles west). Within reach you will find Aunt's Pool and Hog's Back.
- Schools near Tongham include The Connaught School (within half a mile north-west) and Ash Manor School (0.5 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include The White Hart pub (less than half a mile south-east)
- Local facilities include Seale and Tongham (1 mile south)
What happens next
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with a consignment note.
A few practical points:
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Keep pets away
- Each different coating needs testing
- Plan around the closed rooms
Avoid these
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Don’t drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
A closer look at the materials
Patched areas
Different areas may need separate samples.
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
For businesses and landlords in Tongham
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.
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Weighing up your options
Skimming over Artex is an option, but never sand it first, and it remains in place. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why choose us
- Clear advice on your options
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Records for your files
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
See how we price jobs or our cost guide.
The process
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, then keep the coating wet throughout. Before we start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions.
- Get in touch with photos
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
How to prepare
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
- Tell us about parking and access
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
Ask for a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
What we deal with in Tongham
Textured coatings continued to be made after asbestos was taken out of them, so testing is the only way to know.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Ceilings coming down
- Walls before tiling
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
For a school such as St Paul's CofE Infant School & Nursery, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start.
Comparing quotes
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- What paperwork you get
- If the price includes VAT
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
Can I do it myself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
- 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
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site