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Asbestos Artex Removal in Upton, Slough
Found something that might be asbestos in Upton? We provide removal of textured ceilings and walls, explained in plain English.
- Landlord refurbishments
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Coatings already disturbed
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Artex removal in Upton
Sometimes it’s simpler to take the ceiling boards down whole than to strip the coating. We’ll explain which suits your rooms. Whether it’s coatings scraped during DIY and flaking textured ceilings, we deal with coated plasterboard, swirl patterns and stipple finishes and more.
In areas like Upton, textured ceilings are a common renovation find, and testing comes first. Nothing is added to the job that you don’t need.
- Area
- Upton (SL1, SL3, SL2)
- Region
- Slough
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Your options compared
Very cheap quotes for Artex removal can mean dry scraping or sanding. Ask about the method and the waste. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Why us?
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Houses, flats and business premises
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
What affects the price in Upton
The cost depends on:
- How many samples are needed
- The category of work
- Parking and access charges
- How much there is
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
What to photograph
Photo tips:
- Damaged areas
- A close-up from a safe distance
- How we’d reach it
- A rough size or measurement
Not sure what you need? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page and describe the problem, and we’ll advise.
DIY and asbestos
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so stay off it.
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.
The scope of Artex removal
Worth knowing before you book:
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
Materials in Upton
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
Textured ceilings in Upton
Upton is about 1 mile south-east of Slough, in Slough. Homes, landlords and businesses in Upton contact us for Artex jobs about all kinds of jobs. Upton is one of 31 towns and villages in Slough where we work. You can also see our page for Reading, about 17 miles away.
For rented flats close to Slough station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. In older homes in Upton, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
For Artex jobs in SL1, SL3 and SL2, just send the postcode and a few photos. Streets in the area include Mere Road, Upton Road and High Street, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Upton is on the M4 and A332, which makes it simple to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include Middlegreen (2 miles east), Langley (2 miles east), George Green (2 miles north-east), Wexham Court (2 miles north) and Wexham Street (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Britwell (3 miles north-west), Burnham (3 miles north-west), Stoke Poges (3 miles north), Huntercombe (3 miles north-west), Farnham Common (4 miles north) and Farnham Royal (3 miles north-west). Upton is one of the larger places we cover in Slough, with homes, rented property and workplaces of every age.
A little further out are Museum of Eton Life (1.2 miles south-west) and Upton Hospital (under half a mile north-west). Within reach you will find Stoke Common and Taplow Lake.
- Nearby schools include Long Close School (less than half a mile south-east) and Upton Court Grammar School (0.6 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Red Cow Public House (under half a mile east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Slough (0.5 miles north)
FAQs for Upton
Do older homes in Upton have asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. The only way to know is to test suspect materials. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Upton and the area around Slough station?
Yes, we cover Upton and the area towards Slough station, about 0.6 miles north.
How much does Artex removal cost in Upton?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
How do I get a quote?
Start with the postcode and a description of the material, with photos if possible. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Should I take the ceiling down instead?
Both work; it depends on the room. We’ll explain the options.
Can I just skim over it?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but never sand it first, and keep a record.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
Duty holders and landlords in Upton
If you manage or own a block in Upton, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
If your business premises in Upton were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and you must tell contractors what’s there.
A closer look at the materials
Coated plasterboard
Coatings are applied over plasterboard or plaster. Removing the boards can be an option.
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, but the coating underneath is the same.
Step by step
We start by sealing and protecting the room, then keep the coating wet throughout. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Getting ready
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
Getting a price
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
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Afterwards
Keep the test result and waste paperwork with your property records.
Keeping things safe:
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Each different coating needs testing
Don’ts
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
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What else we do in Upton
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site