East Sussex · England
Artex Removal for Cross in Hand
Artex removal in Cross in Hand: removal of textured ceilings and walls. Send us photos and we’ll tell you what you need.
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
Artex removal in Cross in Hand
Materials, one by one
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, which doesn’t change what’s underneath.
Textured walls
Walls can have textured coatings too.
About our artex removal in Cross in Hand
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but the asbestos is still there and should be recorded for future work. Typical jobs include coatings damaged by leaks and landlord refurbishments, involving Artex ceilings, textured walls and coated plasterboard.
In a village like Cross in Hand, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. We work to HSE guidance on every job, large or small.
- Location
- Cross in Hand (TN21)
- County
- East Sussex
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Textured ceilings in Cross in Hand
Cross in Hand is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Cross in Hand has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We cover all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 18 miles away.
For a school such as Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings. For rented flats close to Buxted station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Cross in Hand is within about 4 miles of the High Weald National Landscape; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Artex jobs anywhere in TN21 start with the postcode and some photos. Local streets include Fir Grove Road, Windmill Place and Dads Hill; we cover every one. We also carry out Artex jobs in Roser's Cross (1 mile south-west), Waldron (1 mile south-west), Heathfield (2 miles east), Sandy Cross (2 miles south-east) and Lions Green (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Eastbourne (13 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south) and Crowborough (6 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Sussex Farm Museum (2.8 miles south) and Tickerage Castle (2.9 miles west). Open spaces near Cross in Hand include Selwyns Wood.
After the job
Note which other rooms have coatings, for future work.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Send photos of the coatings
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Test every different coating
Avoid these
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Weighing up your options
You’ll find DIY products for removing Artex, but if it contains asbestos, the job needs proper controls. Always test first. Sometimes a test shows removal isn’t needed, because the material is clear.
How we work in Cross in Hand
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Waste paperwork for every removal
- No removal until we know what it is
See how we quote or published price ranges.
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Common questions in Cross in Hand
Do older homes in Cross in Hand have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Cross in Hand may have it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you work near Buxted station?
Yes, we cover Cross in Hand and the area towards Buxted station, about 3.9 miles west.
What if the weather’s bad?
It depends on the job: indoor work carries on, while outdoor roof work may be postponed in strong wind or heavy rain.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes: homeowners, landlords, managing agents, businesses and contractors. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Is damaged asbestos an emergency?
First, keep everyone away and do not clean it up. Then contact us and we’ll advise on the next step.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone has to let us into all the areas in the job, and it helps if you’re around to answer questions.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We’ll identify it and advise on removal.
Doing it yourself?
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
Why people call us in Cross in Hand
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some included a little chrysotile.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Textured walls before a refit
In older homes in Cross in Hand, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Whether the job needs notifying
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
Landlords, managing agents and employers
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Good to know
Here’s what Artex removal covers, and what it doesn’t:
- Untested coatings are tested first, since a negative result changes everything
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
- 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.
What we deal with
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
How it works
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, with no sanding or dry scraping. Parking close by makes the day easier, so let us know about any restrictions.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Dig out previous surveys
- Make sure we can get to the area
Ask for a quote
Photos from a safe distance help: don’t touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
Helpful guides
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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