Brighton and Hove · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Brighton, Brighton and Hove
Artex removal across Brighton and nearby. Planned to HSE guidance, with written results and paperwork.
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Coatings scraped during DIY
Get a quote for Brighton
Doing it yourself?
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
About our artex removal in Brighton
A textured ceiling in good condition is low risk if it’s left alone. Trouble starts when it’s sanded, dry-scraped, drilled or knocked through, which is why testing first matters in Brighton. Whether it’s ceilings before downlights go in and ceilings before skimming, we cover swirl patterns, stipple finishes and coated plasterboard.
In Brighton, many people want rid of textured ceilings. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so you know where you stand.
- Location
- Brighton (BN1, BN2, BN3)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- Parking and access charges
- The category of work
- How much there is
- The survey scope
How easy the material is to reach affects the price, so tell us about access.
Helping us quote
Helpful photos:
- Where we could park
- The access route
- Cracks or breaks
- Approximate dimensions
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749 to get started.
Common questions in Brighton
Is the Artex in my Brighton home asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings do not contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do you cover Brighton from London?
We cover Brighton, about 46 miles from central London.
Can I just skim over it?
Covering it is an option if it’s intact, but don’t sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Is my textured ceiling in Brighton asbestos?
Not necessarily, as many do not. A test will tell you.
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.
Will I get the price in writing?
Always: you get the scope and price in writing, and whether VAT is included.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes: shops, offices, industrial units and community buildings as well as homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
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What we deal with in Brighton
Textured coatings were popular for decades because they hid cracks and uneven plaster, and some contained a small amount of white asbestos (chrysotile) for strength.
In older properties, we often see:
- Ceilings before skimming
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Walls before tiling
If you are refurbishing a rental near London Road (Brighton) station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
Comparing quotes
- Which areas and materials are covered
- What paperwork you get
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Suitable insurance for the work
Artex in Brighton homes
Brighton is in Brighton and Hove. If your Artex job is in Brighton, let us know about access when you get in touch. We work in 30 places in Brighton and Hove.
Older homes across Brighton may have coatings added during past renovations. For a school such as Fairlight Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start. Brighton is within about 7 miles of the South Downs National Park; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too. The coast is within about 2 miles of Brighton; indoor work like textured coating removal isn’t affected by the weather.
We carry out Artex jobs all over the BN1, BN2 and BN3 postcode area. Whether your property is on London Road, Isetta Square and Pelham Square or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. You’ll find Brighton on the A23 and A259, which makes it simple to get to. If your property is just outside Brighton, we also cover Hanover (1 mile south), Carlton Hill (1 mile south), West Hill (1 mile west), Hollingdean (1 mile north) and Seven Dials (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Brighton and Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (3 miles west), Hangleton (3 miles west), Saltdean (4 miles south-east), East Saltdean (5 miles south-east) and Rottingdean (3 miles south-east). Being one of Brighton and Hove’s larger places, Brighton has buildings from every era.
Well-known places in the area include Brighton General Hospital (0.7 miles east) and Old Police Cells Museum (1 mile south-west). Within reach you will find Newmarket Hill and Whitehawk Hill.
- Schools near Brighton include Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College (0.9 miles west) and Academy of Creative Training (0.9 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include Park Crescent pub (within half a mile north-west)
After the job
Covered coatings should be recorded.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Each different coating needs testing
- Give us room sizes
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Book your plasterer after removal
Things not to do
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Do not use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Limits to be aware of
What’s in and what’s out:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before you book.
Materials we see
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
Step by step
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, then keep the coating wet throughout. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first before carrying on.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Getting ready
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Dig out previous surveys
Get a quote
If you have a survey or test result, include it when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
Helpful guides
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Brighton must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
A closer look at the materials
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- 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