West Sussex · England
Artex Removal for Fittleworth
Any pre-2000 building in Fittleworth may contain asbestos. We offer removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Flaking textured ceilings
Need Artex removal in Fittleworth?
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
Textured walls
Walls are treated like ceilings.
About our artex removal in Fittleworth
Covering an intact coating is one option, but the asbestos remains and needs recording. Whether it’s ceilings before skimming and coatings damaged by leaks, we deal with stipple finishes, coated plasterboard and Artex ceilings and more.
Rural homes near Fittleworth have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. Everything is explained in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Location
- Fittleworth (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What happens next
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, and you get the paperwork.
To avoid problems in future:
- Keep pets away
- Each different coating needs testing
- Plan around the closed rooms
- File the test result and waste note
What to avoid
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
The process
For board removal, we take the boards down in whole pieces and bagged or wrapped. We begin by confirming exactly what we are doing, so there is no confusion.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Make sure we can get to the area
Prices and what affects them
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- Disposal costs
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How easy it is to reach
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
Photos that help
For a quick quote, include:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- An idea of size
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Duty holders and landlords in Fittleworth
Landlords of garage blocks and outbuildings should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Limits to be aware of
Some limits to bear in mind:
- We need the room cleared
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
Should you do it yourself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Asbestos waste can’t go in household bins, recycling or skips. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
Fittleworth: your questions answered
Is asbestos common in Fittleworth homes?
If your home in Fittleworth was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but you cannot tell by looking. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
Do you cover small places like Fittleworth?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Can you help with a flat?
Yes. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
Covering it is an option if it’s intact, but do not sand it first, and record that it’s there.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
It depends on the room and the condition of the ceiling. We’ll explain the options.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
Depending on the job, a report, results or a consignment note.
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 ask for advice.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
Testing covers particular materials, while a survey covers everything in scope. For building work, a survey is usually needed.
Artex removal around Fittleworth
Fittleworth is about 11 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We work across Fittleworth and the surrounding area, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. We work in 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Fittleworth to Crawley (about 19 miles away).
For rented flats close to Pulborough station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. If your home is one of the older properties in Fittleworth, near The Parish Church of St Mary or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. Parts of the South Downs National Park are within about 4 miles of Fittleworth, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of RH20. Local streets include Fairmead Close, School Lane and Greatpin Croft; we cover every one. Close by, we cover Bedham (1 mile north), Lower Horncroft (1 mile south), Coates (1 mile south-west), Hardham (2 miles south-east) and Coldwaltham (2 miles south-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Horsham (13 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (13 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Coates Castle (1.5 miles south-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Bignor Hill and The Mens.
- Local pubs include The Swan Hotel (0.5 miles south)
Towns and villages near Fittleworth
What else we do in Fittleworth
Why people call us in Fittleworth
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Ceilings before plastering
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Textured walls before a refit
- Ceilings coming down
A school like Fittleworth CofE Village School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start.
What to look for in a quote
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- If the price includes VAT
- What category of work it is
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- 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