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Asbestos removal and surveys in RG41
Asbestos surveys, testing and removal across RG41, from Winnersh, Woosehill and Emmbrook. For houses, rented property and workplaces.
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Our artex removal in RG41
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 first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. Typical materials include textured walls, coated plasterboard and swirl patterns, and people typically contact us about damaged or cracked coatings and walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit.
If we are taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible and bagged or wrapped.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- We plan the method and quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Cost
Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
How we work in RG41
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Work done to the regulations
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Identify first, remove only when needed
Getting a price
Every job is quoted in writing. Call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Near you in Winnersh
Locally, our jobs take us close to Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve, The Poachers pub and The Forest School. Nearby too are Winnersh Primary School (0.5 miles north-east) and St Mary the Virgin (under half a mile east). The nearest railway station is close to the centre of Winnersh: Winnersh station. Other landmarks nearby include Berkshire Library & Museum of Freemasonry (0.6 miles south-west) and Wokingham Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). Within reach you will find Lavells Lake and South Lake.
Artex removal in RG41
Across RG41, renovations often uncover textured coatings, in towns and villages alike.
Winnersh: A school like The Forest School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start. In older homes in Winnersh, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
What it costs
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- Travel and parking
- The category of work
- Disposal costs
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- A rough size or measurement
- Labels, if any
- Street parking nearby
- A picture of the whole area
Include any existing survey or test when you use our quote form or call 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
Limits to be aware of
Here’s what Artex removal covers, and what it doesn’t:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We need the room cleared
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
Duty holders and landlords in RG41
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
For managing agents and freeholders in RG41, the asbestos register for common parts should be kept up to date and shared with contractors.
What it might be made of
Textured walls
Walls can have textured coatings too.
Patched areas
Patch repairs may use a different material from the original coating.
Which option is right?
You will find DIY products for removing Artex, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Always test first.
Questions to ask before you book
- Any exclusions
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- VAT, clearly stated
Your questions about Artex removal in RG41
What paperwork will I get?
It depends on what we do: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Do not try to clean up the debris yourself, then contact a professional.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
The builder should stop and close off the area. We’ll identify it and advise on removal.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Can I stay at home while you work?
Generally you can use other rooms: the work room is closed off until it’s finished.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site