West Sussex · England
Artex Removal in Ardingly
Artex removal across Ardingly, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Every job is quoted in writing.
- Loft conversions
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Ceilings before skimming
Artex removal near Ardingly
How artex removal works in Ardingly
HSE’s code of practice says work on textured coatings will not normally be licensable. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work. People often contact us about ceilings before downlights go in and coatings damaged by DIY, including coated plasterboard, textured walls and coated ceiling roses.
Village homes like those in Ardingly have often been altered several times, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so you know where you stand.
- Location
- Ardingly (RH17)
- County
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
What’s included, and what is not
Before booking, note that:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials in Ardingly
- Patched or painted coatings
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
FAQs for Ardingly
Do you come out to small villages like Ardingly?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Just tell us how to reach the property.
Is the Artex in my Ardingly home asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Only laboratory analysis of a sample can confirm it.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
It depends on what we do: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, as long as the seller agrees.
Does someone need to be there?
Someone needs to give us access to the areas involved, and to be available for questions.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
What we deal with in Ardingly
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, which can make them look newer than they are.
These are some of the things we deal with in Ardingly:
- Ceilings before plastering
- Walls before tiling
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings before downlights go in
For rented flats close to Balcombe station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
Before booking anyone
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- Any exclusions
- The documents you’ll receive
Can I do it myself?
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials.
With a professional job, you get a record: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Nearby places to Ardingly
Also in Ardingly
Materials we deal with
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
What affects the price in Ardingly
These are the main things that affect the price of Artex removal:
- The type of material and its condition
- How many samples are needed
- How much there is
- Location, parking and any London charges
Sometimes a test shows removal isn’t needed, because the material is clear.
What to photograph
The most useful photos are:
- The access route
- Visible markings
- An idea of size
- A wide shot showing where the material is
You’ll get a written quote. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
Which option is right?
You’ll find DIY products for removing Artex, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Always test first. Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
How we work in Ardingly
- Across London and the South East
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- Clear advice on your options
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
What happens
If we’re taking the boards down instead, they’re removed whole where possible. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Getting ready
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Warn neighbours if needed
How to get a quote
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
Helpful guides
Textured ceilings in Ardingly
Ardingly is about 3 miles north of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. If your Artex job is in Ardingly, let us know about access. Ardingly is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Crawley, about 6 miles away.
A school like St Peter's CofE Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start. If your home is one of the older properties in Ardingly, near St Peter's Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. Ardingly is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
This part of West Sussex takes in RH17, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. Whether your property is on High Street, Munnion Road and Price Way or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also cover Little London (1 mile north), Highbrook (1 mile north-east), Lindfield (2 miles south), Horsted Keynes (2 miles east) and West Hoathly (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (6 miles north-west), Horsham (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (3 miles south), Burgess Hill (7 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles north-east) and Broadfield (6 miles north-west).
A little further out are Waterbury Castle (2 miles east) and Princess Royal Hospital (3.9 miles south). Open spaces near Ardingly include Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
- Local pubs include The Ardingly Inn (within half a mile north-east)
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site