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Asbestos Artex Removal in Crowhurst, East Sussex
Buildings in Crowhurst built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer Artex removal, with testing first.
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Walls before tiling
Artex removal in Crowhurst
Artex removal near Crowhurst
Covering an intact coating is one option, but the asbestos remains and needs recording. Typical materials include stipple finishes, coated ceiling roses and Artex ceilings, and people generally contact us about structural work through coated ceilings and ceilings before downlights go in.
In a village like Crowhurst, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Where
- Crowhurst (TN33)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Should you do it yourself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
What it might be made of
Painted coatings
Paint often hides the coating, which does not change what’s underneath.
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
Artex removal around Crowhurst
Crowhurst is about 3 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Crowhurst is within our East Sussex area, whatever the size of the job. We cover 289 places across East Sussex. Our area stretches from Crowhurst to Brighton (28 miles away).
In older homes in Crowhurst, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. If you’re refurbishing a rental near Crowhurst station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Crowhurst is within about 5 miles of the coast; indoor work like textured coating removal isn’t affected by the weather.
Artex jobs anywhere in TN33 start with the postcode and some photos. From Station Road, Craig Close and Old Forewood Lane or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Neighbouring places we cover include Green Street (1 mile south-east), Hollington (2 miles south-east), Baldslow (2 miles east), Silverhill (3 miles south-east) and Bulverhythe (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also work in Eastbourne (12 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (3 miles south-west), Hailsham (11 miles west), St Leonards (3 miles south-east), Polegate (12 miles west) and Hastings Old Town (4 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Hastings Castle (4.2 miles south-east) and Bexhill Hospital (2.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Crowhurst includes Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
- Schools near Crowhurst include Claverham Community College (2.5 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Plough Inn (0.7 miles south)
Crowhurst questions
Do textured ceilings in Crowhurst homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Could my house in Crowhurst contain asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Crowhurst may have it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
How quickly can you come out?
It depends on the job and our diary. We’ll give you dates when we quote.
Do I need a test or a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, we do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Only once you know it’s clear. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Get everyone out of the area and keep it closed. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
Not always. Sound material that won’t be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
The scope of Artex removal
Worth knowing before booking:
- We need the room cleared
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
Weighing up your options
What are the options for Artex? Intact coatings with no work planned can often stay; for smooth ceilings or work through the ceiling, removal is generally best. Doing several things in one visit can help, such as testing several materials at once.
Why people choose us
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Written quotes that say what’s included
See our prices page and our cost guide.
Nearby places to Crowhurst
What else we do in Crowhurst
How it works
For board removal, we take the boards down in whole pieces and bagged or wrapped. When we are done, we explain what happens next and what paperwork follows.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We arrange testing
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that’s what you choose
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
How to prepare
- Ensure we can get to the area
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Get a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
Why people call us in Crowhurst
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, so age is hard to judge.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Coatings already disturbed
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
Non-domestic buildings like Crowhurst CofE Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
What your quote should include
- Whether the job needs notifying
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
Prices and what affects them
We base our quote on:
- How much there is
- Access to the area
- Travel and parking
- The number of samples or the size of the building
Very low prices can mean corners are being cut: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Photos that help
A few photos can save a site visit:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- A clear close-up
- A rough size or measurement
- Cracks or breaks
For a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
For businesses and landlords in Crowhurst
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before anyone carries out repairs.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note