Hampshire · England
Artex Removal for Waterlooville
Artex removal in Waterlooville and across Hampshire: removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Ceilings before plastering
Artex removal near Waterlooville
After we have finished in Waterlooville
Keep the test result and waste paperwork with your property records.
After we’ve finished:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Each different coating needs testing
Don’ts
Test before the builders arrive.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Artex removal in Waterlooville
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. Common materials are textured walls, Artex ceilings and coated plasterboard, and typical jobs are ceilings due to be knocked through or removed and ceilings before downlights go in.
In a town like Waterlooville, textured ceilings turn up in houses from the 1960s to the 1990s, though older homes may have them too. Clear answers come first: is it asbestos, and what should you do about it.
- Location
- Waterlooville (PO7, PO8)
- County
- Hampshire
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Also near Waterlooville
What else we do in Waterlooville
How it works
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere.
- Describe the rooms and coatings
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Tell us about parking and access
Get a quote
Each job is priced individually. To start, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
Should you do it yourself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: leave the area, do not clean it up, and ask for advice.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Artex in Waterlooville homes
Waterlooville is about 6 miles north of Portsmouth, in Hampshire. Homes, landlords and businesses in Waterlooville contact us for Artex jobs. We work in all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
For a school such as Hart Plain Junior School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. If you are refurbishing a rental near Bedhampton station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
For Artex jobs in PO7 and PO8, just send the postcode and a few photos. Local streets include London Road, Chillingham Square and Aysgarth Road; we cover every one. Close by, we cover Hart Plain (1 mile north), Purbrook (1 mile south), Cowplain (1 mile north), Soake (1 mile north-west) and Purbrook Heath (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Gosport (8 miles south-west), Eastleigh (15 miles north-west), Fareham (7 miles west), Hedge End (12 miles west), Petersfield (9 miles north-east) and Locks Heath (10 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Queen Alexandra Hospital (2.7 miles south-west) and Havant Museum (3.3 miles south-east). The countryside around Waterlooville includes Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Cowplain Community School (0.7 miles north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Denmead Queen pub (within half a mile south-east)
Options to consider in Waterlooville
Remove the coating, or the whole ceiling? Each has pros and cons, depending on the room. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
What you get
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Reports and results you can share
- Work done to the regulations
See how we quote or published price ranges.
What it costs
When we quote, we look at:
- Material and condition
- The quantity or area
- Access to the area
- How much waste there is
What you pay depends on the job itself: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
Helping us quote
For a quick quote, include:
- Labels, if any
- An overall view
- Cracks or breaks
- A clear close-up
To get a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Materials we deal with
Artex ceilings
Patterned ceilings are the classic example.
Painted coatings
The sample includes the coating itself.
Waterlooville questions
How far is Waterlooville from London?
We cover Waterlooville, about 59 miles from central London.
Is the Artex in my Waterlooville home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many don’t. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; if not, we’ll arrange to see it.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that won’t be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Of course. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor jobs aren’t affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
What we deal with in Waterlooville
Textured coatings continued to be made after asbestos was taken out of them, so testing is the only way to know.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Ceilings before plastering
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Damaged or cracked coatings
If your home is one of the older properties in Waterlooville, near Saint George's or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Comparing quotes
- What isn’t included
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- The method and controls
Responsibilities for owners
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note