Brighton and Hove · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Bevendean, Brighton and Hove
Artex removal in Bevendean: Artex removal, with testing first. Send us photos and we will tell you what you need.
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Damaged or cracked coatings
Artex removal near Bevendean
Looking after things afterwards
File the result and the paperwork.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Keep pets away
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Photos help us quote
Don’ts
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Artex removal near Bevendean
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Bevendean, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. We often deal with textured walls, swirl patterns and coated ceiling roses, and people usually contact us about loft conversions and textured walls before a refit.
Homes in areas like Bevendean may have textured ceilings in several rooms, so each type needs testing. Every job comes with paperwork, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Location
- Bevendean (BN2)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Your options compared
You will find DIY products for removing Artex, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Test first. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
What you get
- Domestic and commercial work
- Lab analysis by an accredited laboratory
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
See how we quote or our cost guide.
Good to know
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and doesn’t cover:
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
- We need the room cleared
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
What we deal with
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
Where asbestos turns up
Many trades want a test result first.
People normally contact us about one of these:
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Ceilings coming down
- Textured walls before a refit
- Damaged or cracked coatings
Older homes across Bevendean may have coatings added during past renovations.
Comparing quotes
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Any exclusions
- The scope of the job, in writing
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
Your questions about Artex removal in Bevendean
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
Is the Artex in my Bevendean home asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Only a test will tell you.
What does licensed work mean?
Higher-risk materials need an HSE-licensed contractor. Cement and textured coatings generally are not licensed.
How much does Artex removal cost in Bevendean?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, so we quote after testing.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Of course. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Does weather affect the work?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor removal may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain, for safety.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
Do you give written quotes?
Every time: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included.
Materials, one by one
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Responsibilities for owners
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but anyone working on the property still needs to know about asbestos.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Bevendean must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Nearby places to Bevendean
Artex removal around Bevendean
Bevendean is about 1 mile north-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Anywhere in Bevendean, just send the postcode. We work in 30 places in Brighton and Hove.
For a school such as Bevendean Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Moulsecoomb station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Parts of the South Downs National Park are within about 6 miles of Bevendean, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations. The coast is within about 3 miles of Bevendean, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
For Artex jobs in BN2, just send the postcode and a few photos. Streets in the area include Baden Road, The Avenue and Manton Road, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Nearby, we also cover Moulsecoomb (1 mile north-west), Whitehawk (1 mile south), Hollingdean (1 mile west), Brighton (1 mile south-west) and Hanover (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Brighton and Hove (4 miles west), Hove (3 miles west), Brunswick (3 miles south-west), Aldrington (4 miles west), Hangleton (4 miles west) and Patcham (3 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Churchill Square (2.3 miles south-west) and Brighton General Hospital (0.9 miles south-west). Within reach you will find Newmarket Hill and Bevendean Down.
- Local schools include Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (1.3 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Bevy pub (within half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include University of Sussex Library (1.7 miles north)
What affects the price in Bevendean
The biggest factors in the price are:
- The survey scope
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- How much there is
- What the material is and its state
Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
What to photograph
Photo tips:
- How we’d reach it
- Labels, if any
- Approximate dimensions
- A clear close-up
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page, and we will recommend the right option.
What happens
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly before the seals come down. We begin by confirming exactly what we are doing, so there is no confusion.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We arrange testing
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We carry out the removal
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Clear the way to the work area
Getting a price
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.
Helpful guides
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site