West Berkshire · England
Artex Removal in Wellhouse
Artex removal in Wellhouse, from older homes to workplaces. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Ceilings before plastering
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Damaged or cracked coatings
Artex removal near Wellhouse
Materials, one by one
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Painted coatings
Many coatings have been painted over, but the coating underneath is the same.
How artex removal works in Wellhouse
Many Artex ceilings contain no asbestos at all. A small sample tells you which you have, so your plasterer can carry on if it’s clear. People often contact us about damaged or cracked coatings and walls before tiling, including coated plasterboard, swirl patterns and textured walls.
In areas like Wellhouse, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Location
- Wellhouse (RG18)
- Area hub
- West Berkshire
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Wellhouse
Leaks and DIY can damage coatings, which can make them crumble.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Landlord refurbishments
- Damaged or cracked coatings
If you are refurbishing a rental near Thatcham station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
Questions to ask before you book
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
- Any exclusions
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
Duty holders and landlords in Wellhouse
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Wellhouse must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
Limits to be aware of
We are upfront about what’s included:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- Other materials may need their own approach
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials in Wellhouse
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
The process
Our team wears protective equipment, and keep the room closed while we work. If anything unexpected turns up, we stop and talk to you before carrying on.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We carry out the removal
- We dispose of the waste legally
Getting ready
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
How to get a quote
To get a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
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After we’ve finished in Wellhouse
The surface is left ready for making good.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Photos help us quote
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Line up the plasterer for afterwards
- Keep pets out of the work area
Avoid these
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Which option is right?
Testing first can save a lot: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why us?
- Covering London and the South East
- Clear advice on your options
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- No removal until we know what it is
Take a look at our prices page and our cost guide.
Questions from Wellhouse
Do older homes in Wellhouse have asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work on properties in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
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.
Is my textured ceiling in Wellhouse asbestos?
Not every coating does: plenty of textured coatings contain no asbestos. A sample test tells you which you have.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Usually 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.
Artex removal around Wellhouse
Wellhouse is about 3 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Homes, landlords and businesses in Wellhouse contact us for Artex jobs about all kinds of jobs. Wellhouse is one of 155 towns and villages in West Berkshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Reading, about 12 miles away.
For a school such as Hermitage Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. Older homes across Wellhouse may have coatings added during past renovations. Wellhouse is within about 5 miles of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of the RG18 postcode area and the streets around it. Nearby, we also cover Hermitage (1 mile west), Little Hungerford (1 mile north-west), Oare (1 mile north-west), Longlane (1 mile west) and Cold Ash (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also work in Newbury (5 miles south-west), Thatcham (3 miles south), Burghfield Common (9 miles south-east), Speenhamland (4 miles south-west), Hungerford (12 miles west) and Spencers Wood (13 miles east).
Nearby you will also find Hampstead Norris Castle (2.2 miles north) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (3.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Nature Discovery Centre.
- Nearby, you will find The White Horse pub (1 mile west)
Should you do it yourself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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