Artex was a very popular decorative coating in homes built or refurbished before the year 2000. Many properties in Rickmansworth and surrounding areas might still have it. The issue? A significant amount of this textured coating contains chrysotile (white) asbestos. When left undisturbed and in good condition, it often poses a low risk. However, any work that might disturb it – like drilling, sanding, or scraping – can release dangerous asbestos fibres into the air. This poses a serious health risk to you and your family. If you suspect you have asbestos Artex, the most important thing is not to disturb it and to get professional advice.

When you choose Southern Asbestos for Artex removal, you’re choosing a safe, reliable, and thorough service. Our trained team follows a strict, step-by-step process designed to protect your home and everyone in it. First, we carry out a detailed inspection or take samples for testing to confirm the presence of asbestos. Once confirmed, we establish a controlled work area, sealing it off to prevent any fibre spread. Our technicians, equipped with the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE), carefully remove the Artex using specialist techniques. Finally, we meticulously clean the area with HEPA-filtered vacuums and dispose of all asbestos waste safely at a licensed facility, providing you with all the necessary legal paperwork.

While Artex removal is a key service, Southern Asbestos offers a full range of solutions to manage asbestos in your Rickmansworth property. We carry out essential asbestos surveys for homeowners and businesses, identifying any hazardous materials present. If you’ve found a material you suspect contains asbestos, we can take a safe sample and send it for laboratory analysis, giving you a definitive answer. Beyond Artex, we also remove other non-licensed asbestos materials like garage roofs, cement panels, floor tiles, and pipe insulation from residential, commercial, and even industrial sites. We manage the entire process, from initial testing to safe disposal and even reinstatement works.