Wokingham · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Twyford, Wokingham
Artex removal in Twyford: Artex removal, with testing first. Send us photos and we will tell you what you need.
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings before plastering
- Walls before tiling
Artex removal near Twyford
How we work
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. Before we start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Getting ready
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
Get a quote
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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How artex removal works in Twyford
Planning a renovation in Twyford with textured ceilings? Get them tested before electricians or plasterers start. From ceilings due to be knocked through or removed and coatings damaged by DIY, we cover swirl patterns, textured walls and coated plasterboard.
In a smaller place like Twyford, textured ceilings often show up when people renovate older family homes, and testing comes first. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Area
- Twyford (RG10)
- Region
- Wokingham
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Coated plasterboard
The coating sits on plasterboard or plaster. Sometimes it’s simpler to remove the boards whole.
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
The scope of Artex removal
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and does not cover:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- We need the room cleared
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
What we deal with
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Twyford properties and textured coatings
Twyford is about 2 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. Twyford is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. We work in 35 places in Wokingham, from the larger towns to small villages.
Non-domestic buildings like Polehampton Church of England Infant School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start. If your home is one of the older properties in Twyford, near Church of St Mary or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Anywhere in RG10, we can help with Artex removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your property could be on Station Road, High Street and London Road, wherever it is in Twyford. For properties just outside Twyford, we cover Ruscombe (1 mile north-east), Charvil (1 mile west), Whistley Green (1 mile south), Hare Hatch (1 mile north-east) and Hurst (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Reading (5 miles south-west), Wokingham (5 miles south), Earley (4 miles south-west), Crowthorne (8 miles south), Lower Earley (4 miles south-west) and Winnersh (3 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Hospital (4.5 miles south-west) and Frazer Nash Archives (3.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include South Lake and Alder Moors.
- Nearby schools include Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School (0.9 miles north-west) and The Piggott School (0.9 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Golden Cross pub (within half a mile south)
How we price Artex removal
Our quotes take into account:
- Parking and access charges
- The survey scope
- Licensed or non-licensed
- Disposal costs
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Helping us quote
A few photos can save a site visit:
- Approximate dimensions
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A picture of the whole area
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
For a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
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Which option is right?
A test before removal can save money: a clear result means normal methods. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
How we work in Twyford
- Reports and results you can share
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Houses, flats and business premises
- No removal until we know what it is
Read how we quote and the cost guide.
Should you do it yourself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Twyford
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, which can make them look newer than they are.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings before plastering
- Coatings damaged by leaks
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Twyford station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Questions to ask before you book
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
- How fibres will be kept down
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
Looking after things afterwards
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
Keeping things safe:
- Each different coating needs testing
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Empty the rooms in advance
Things not to do
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Your questions about Artex removal in Twyford
Do you cover Twyford from London?
Twyford is about 33 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do older homes in Twyford have asbestos?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
Can you quote from photos?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; if not, we will arrange to see it.
When can you start?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Notifiable jobs cannot start until they’ve been notified.
How can I get a price?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
You can’t tell by eye. Laboratory analysis of a sample gives the answer, especially in buildings from before 2000.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings normally aren’t licensed.
- 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