Hampshire · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Upton Grey, Hampshire
Need Artex removal in Upton Grey? We work across Upton Grey and the towns around it, with plain-English advice and a written quote.
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Ceilings before plastering
- Coatings scraped during DIY
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Artex removal in Upton Grey
Textured coatings like Artex were used on ceilings and walls for decades, and those applied before 2000 can contain a small amount of asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. Typical jobs include walls before tiling and ceilings due for plastering or skimming, including swirl patterns, textured walls and coated plasterboard.
In places like Upton Grey, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. We only recommend work that is needed.
- Where
- Upton Grey (RG25)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Where asbestos turns up
Leaks and DIY can damage coatings, so they may start to flake.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
For rented flats close to Hook station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Comparing quotes
- What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Whether VAT is included
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
Nearby places to Upton Grey
Other services in Upton Grey
Upton Grey properties and textured coatings
Upton Grey is about 5 miles south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. For Artex jobs in Upton Grey, tell us about parking and access. We work in all 683 towns and villages in Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading, about 15 miles away.
In older homes in Upton Grey, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
Anywhere in RG25, we can help with Artex removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your property is on Weston Close, Weston Road and Holme Hill or anywhere nearby, we can help. If your property is just outside Upton Grey, we also cover Nashes Green (2 miles south-west), Mapledurwell (3 miles north), Andwell (3 miles north), Water End (3 miles north) and Old Basing (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (5 miles north-west), Farnborough (11 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north-east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (5 miles south) and Yateley (11 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.8 miles north-west) and Gliding Heritage Centre (3 miles south). The countryside around Upton Grey includes Holybourne Hill and Dogmersfield Lake.
- Nearby, you’ll find Hoddington Arms Public House (under half a mile north-east)
Materials, one by one
Ceiling roses and cornices
Decorative mouldings are sometimes coated too.
Patched areas
Different areas may need separate samples.
Prices and what affects them
Prices vary with:
- Access to the area
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The category of work
- Material and condition
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Photos that help
Photos often save us a visit:
- Where we could park
- A photo of the whole area
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Labels, if any
Include any existing survey or test when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Afterwards
If you’ve covered a coating rather than removed it, record where it is.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Test every different coating
- Photos help us quote
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Empty the rooms in advance
Avoid these
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Choosing the right option
A low price may mean shortcuts. Ask how the coating will be removed and where the waste goes. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: proper controls, lab analysis and legal waste disposal cost money.
Why choose us
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Records for your files
- No removal until we know what it is
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
Take a look at our prices page or published price ranges.
What’s included, and what isn’t
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
What we deal with
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
Your questions about Artex removal in Upton Grey
How far is Upton Grey from London?
We cover Upton Grey, about 44 miles from central London.
Do you come out to small villages like Upton Grey?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, we do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, and ask for advice; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
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.
Do you need a licence to remove Artex?
Normally 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.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Only once you know it’s clear. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The risk comes mainly from disturbing materials that contain it, which is why identifying it first matters.
Step by step
Waste is bagged and labelled as we go, for disposal at a permitted site. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- We sample each different coating for testing
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Getting ready
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Tell neighbours if the work is close to their property
How to get a quote
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Helpful guides
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note