Hampshire · England
Artex Removal in Upper Enham
Worried about asbestos in Upper Enham? Our service covers removal of textured ceilings and walls, with clear advice at each step.
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Coatings already disturbed
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
Get a quote for Upper Enham
The process
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, never sanded or scraped dry. When we are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.
- Get in touch with photos
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We carry out the removal
- We dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Dig out previous surveys
- Mention any damage before we arrive
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
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How artex removal works in Upper Enham
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. We often deal with stipple finishes, coated ceiling roses and coated plasterboard, and people normally contact us about coatings damaged by leaks and ceilings coming down.
Village homes like those in Upper Enham have often been altered several times, so coatings may date from earlier work. We only recommend work that is needed.
- Area
- Upper Enham (SP11)
- Area hub
- Hampshire
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What it costs
What changes the cost:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- What the material is and its state
- The survey scope
- How much there is
We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Photos that help
The most useful photos are:
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- The parking area
Photos from a safe distance help: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
Places near Upper Enham
What else we do in Upper Enham
Where asbestos turns up
Older coatings are often painted over many times, which can make them look newer than they are.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Walls before tiling
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Rented flats before redecoration
If you’re refurbishing flats near Andover station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
What your quote should include
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What category of work it is
- Whether VAT is included
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
The scope of Artex removal
Before booking, note that:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- Other materials may need their own approach
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
DIY and asbestos
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
What it might be made of
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, but the coating underneath is the same.
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Responsibilities for owners
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Textured ceilings in Upper Enham
Upper Enham is about 3 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. Wherever your property is in Upper Enham, tell us the postcode and what you need, and we will quote. Upper Enham is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 23 miles away.
Older homes across Upper Enham may have coatings added during past renovations. Non-domestic buildings like Smannell and Enham Church of England (Aided) Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
We cover Artex jobs across SP11 and the streets around it. That could mean a property on Dunhills Lane, Maccallum Road and Green Drove. For properties just outside Upper Enham, we cover Enham Alamein (1 mile south), Little London (1 mile east), Smannell (1 mile south-east), Wildhern (1 mile north-west) and Knights Enham (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also work in Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (3 miles south), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (8 miles west), Weeke (14 miles south-east) and Kempshott (14 miles east).
A little further out are Finkley Down Farm Museum (2.1 miles south) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Upper Enham include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
- Pubs nearby include The Hare & Hounds pub (0.9 miles south-west)
Which option is right?
Testing first can save a lot: a clear result means normal methods. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. We quote each job individually.
Why us?
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Records for your files
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
Take a look at how we quote and the cost guide.
Your questions about Artex removal in Upper Enham
Do you come out to small villages like Upper Enham?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Do textured ceilings in Upper Enham homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and don’t sweep it up. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
Is my textured ceiling in Upper Enham asbestos?
Not necessarily: many textured coatings don’t contain asbestos. A test will tell you.
How can I get a price?
Just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
Looking will not tell you. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, especially in buildings from before 2000.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site