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Asbestos Artex Removal in Charlton, West Sussex
Artex removal in Charlton and across West Sussex: textured coating testing and removal, with written paperwork.
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
Get a quote for Charlton
How artex removal works in Charlton
Removing an asbestos textured coating means sealing off the room, keeping the coating wet and never sanding or scraping it dry, with the waste bagged and taken to a permitted site. From rented flats before redecoration and ceilings due to be knocked through or removed, we cover coated plasterboard, stipple finishes and coated ceiling roses and more.
Village homes like those in Charlton have often been altered several times, so coatings may date from earlier work. We identify materials before planning removal, as the right approach depends on the material.
- Where
- Charlton (PO18)
- County
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Your questions about Artex removal in Charlton
Is the Artex in my Charlton home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Only a test will tell you.
Do older homes in Charlton have asbestos?
Older homes can, if they date from before 2000. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Both are options: the right choice depends on the room. We’ll advise room by room.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. Keep a record and check its condition.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
Keep people away from damaged material and do not clean it up yourself. Then contact us and we’ll advise on the next step.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Photos are often enough to give a quote, but larger or unclear jobs may need a visit.
What paperwork will I get?
It depends on what we do: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
After the job
Covered coatings should be recorded.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Photos help us quote
- Test every different coating
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Empty the rooms in advance
Don’ts
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces.
Artex removal around Charlton
Charlton is about 5 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Charlton has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything from before 2000 may contain asbestos. We work in 371 places across West Sussex. Our area stretches from Charlton to Guildford (about 24 miles away).
Older homes across Charlton may have coatings added during past renovations. Charlton is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
We cover Artex jobs across the PO18 postcode area and the streets around it. Local streets include Charlton Road and Knight's Hill; we cover every one. Close by, we cover Singleton (1 mile west), East Dean (1 mile east), West Dean (2 miles west), Cocking (3 miles north) and Heyshott (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also work in Bognor Regis (9 miles south), Chichester (5 miles south), Selsey (12 miles south), Littlehampton (11 miles south-east), Emsworth (10 miles south-west) and Rustington (12 miles south-east).
Well-known places in the area include Chichester Centre (4.6 miles south) and Weald and Downland Gridshell (0.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Nearby, you’ll find The Fox Goes Free pub (under half a mile north-east)
The process
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and the room stays closed. We begin by confirming exactly what we’re doing.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park
- Clear the way to the work area
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
Get a quote
Send us the address in Charlton, a description and some photos: call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form, and we’ll reply with a quote.
Related guides
Where asbestos turns up
Leaks and DIY can damage coatings, which can make them crumble.
These are some of the things we deal with in Charlton:
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Landlord refurbishments
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Loft conversions and extensions
A school like Singleton CofE Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested.
Questions to ask before booking
- The scope of the job, in writing
- What isn’t included
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- What paperwork you get
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, which does not change what’s underneath.
What affects the price in Charlton
The cost depends on:
- Parking and access charges
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- How much there is
- The number of samples or the size of the building
Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Helping us quote
For a quick quote, include:
- An idea of size
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- The parking area
Photos and a postcode help us quote quickly: just send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Also near Charlton
What else we do in Charlton
Duty holders and landlords in Charlton
If you manage or own a block in Charlton, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
Your options compared
Very cheap quotes for Artex removal can mean dry scraping or sanding. Ask about the method and the waste. Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why choose us
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
- Accredited laboratory results
- Clear advice on your options
- Work done to the regulations
Read how we price jobs and published price ranges.
The scope of Artex removal
The usual limits are:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- 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 booking.
Materials we see
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site