Hampshire · England
Artex Removal in Up Somborne
Looking for Artex removal in Up Somborne? We cover Up Somborne and the surrounding area, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Ceilings coming down
- Walls before tiling
Need Artex removal in Up Somborne?
Artex removal in Up Somborne
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Up Somborne, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. People often contact us about damaged or cracked coatings and ceilings due for plastering or skimming, involving stipple finishes, coated plasterboard and swirl patterns.
Village homes like those in Up Somborne have often been altered several times, so coatings may date from earlier work. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
- Area
- Up Somborne (SO20)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Typical Artex jobs in Up Somborne
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Ceilings before plastering
- Textured walls before a refit
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
Older homes across Up Somborne may have coatings added during past renovations.
What to look for in a quote
- What category of work it is
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- The method and controls
The process
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly before the seals come down. Before we leave, we explain what we did and what comes next.
- Get in touch with photos
- We arrange testing
- We talk through the options
- We carry out the removal
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
How to prepare
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Let us know where we can park
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Get a quote
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we’ll reply with a quote.
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What we do and don’t cover
The usual limits are:
- We need the room cleared
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Common materials
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Afterwards
The surface is left ready for making good.
Some practical advice:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Photos help us quote
Avoid these
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Common questions in Up Somborne
Do you cover small places like Up Somborne?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Is asbestos common in Up Somborne homes?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Up Somborne may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
How do I get a quote?
Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
How much does Artex removal cost in Up Somborne?
Room sizes, the method and the waste decide, and we quote once the coating has been tested.
What paperwork will I get?
That depends on the job: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.
When can you start?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Notifiable jobs can’t start until they’ve been notified.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Make the area safe first: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then get in touch and we’ll advise.
Could my home contain asbestos?
You can’t tell by eye. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, especially in buildings from before 2000.
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- The type of material and its condition
- Travel and parking
- The category of work
- Waste quantity and disposal
Every quote says whether VAT is included.
Photos that help
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- Damaged areas
- An idea of size
- How we’d reach it
- An overall view
To get a quote, call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Artex in Up Somborne homes
Up Somborne is about 5 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. We cover Up Somborne as part of Hampshire, whatever the size of the job. We cover all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire. Our area stretches from Up Somborne to Southampton (about 12 miles away).
Here we cover the SO20 postcode area, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. Whether your property is on Court Lane and Up Somborne Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Neighbouring places we cover include Little Somborne (1 mile west), Ashley (1 mile south-west), King's Somborne (2 miles south-west), Lower Slackstead (4 miles south) and Braishfield (5 miles south). Within a short drive, we also work in Winchester (5 miles south-east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (9 miles north), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south) and Hedge End (13 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Royal Hampshire County Hospital (4.9 miles south-east).
Your options compared
Plastering over it is an option, but never sand it first, and the asbestos stays in the building. Sometimes a test shows removal is not needed, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Why choose us
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Reports and results you can share
Read how we price jobs or published price ranges.
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What else we do in Up Somborne
For businesses and landlords in Up Somborne
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Doing it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, don’t clean it up, and ask for advice.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note