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Asbestos Artex Removal in Cripp's Corner, East Sussex
Artex removal in Cripp's Corner and across East Sussex: Artex removal, with testing first.
- Coatings already disturbed
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Textured walls before a refit
Artex removal in Cripp's Corner
Why people call us in Cripp's Corner
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.
These come up again and again:
- Loft conversions
- Ceilings before plastering
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
A school like Staplecross Methodist Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start.
Before booking anyone
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- How fibres will be kept down
- What category of work it is
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
How artex removal works in Cripp's Corner
Covering an intact coating is one option, but the asbestos remains and needs recording. Whether it’s ceilings due to be knocked through or removed and textured walls before a refit, we cover coated ceiling roses, textured walls and stipple finishes.
In a village like Cripp's Corner, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. Our quotes are written and say what’s included, so you know where you stand.
- Where
- Cripp's Corner (TN32)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Cripp's Corner: your questions answered
Do you work on properties in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Do you work near Robertsbridge station?
Yes. Robertsbridge station is about 3 miles north-west of Cripp's Corner, and we cover both.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then get advice.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but don’t sand it first, and record that it’s there.
What does licensed work mean?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
Could my home contain asbestos?
Looking will not tell you. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, especially in buildings from before 2000.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
What affects the price in Cripp's Corner
Prices vary with:
- The quantity or area
- The type of material and its condition
- Waste quantity and disposal
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Helping us quote
Helpful photos:
- The access route
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
To get a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Can I do it myself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
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What happens next
File the result and the paperwork.
Going forward:
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Photos help us quote
- Plan around the closed rooms
What to avoid
Never sand or dry-scrape Artex before testing.
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
How it works
For board removal, we take the boards down in whole pieces. We’ll tell you when we’ve finished and what you will receive afterwards.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Tell us about parking and access
Getting a price
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Then send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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What we do and don’t cover
What’s in and what’s out:
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- Other materials may need their own approach
- We need the room cleared
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before booking.
Materials we see
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
Weighing up your options
A low price may mean shortcuts, which releases fibres. Ask how the coating will be removed and where the waste goes. Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
Why people choose us
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
Take a look at how we price jobs or the cost guide.
Materials we deal with
Coated plasterboard
The coating sits on plasterboard or plaster. Sometimes it’s simpler to remove the boards whole.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Artex removal around Cripp's Corner
Cripp's Corner is about 7 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. If your Artex job is in Cripp's Corner, let us know about access when you get in touch. Cripp's Corner is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 30 miles away.
If you are refurbishing a rental near Robertsbridge station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. In older homes in Cripp's Corner, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Parts of the High Weald National Landscape are within about 7 miles of Cripp's Corner; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Wherever your property is in TN32, Artex removal is available. Neighbouring places we cover include Swaile's Green (1 mile south), Staplecross (1 mile north-east), Whatlington (2 miles south-west), Sedlescombe (2 miles south) and Snagshall (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Hastings (7 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), St Leonards (7 miles south), Hastings Old Town (8 miles south) and Belmont (8 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Conquest Hospital (5.6 miles south) and Nortons Farm Museum (3.2 miles south). Within reach you’ll find Senlac Hill.
- Local pubs include The White Hart pub (within half a mile east)
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note