East Sussex · England
Artex Removal in Hailsham
Artex removal in Hailsham and across East Sussex: textured coating testing and removal, with written paperwork.
- Walls before tiling
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Coatings damaged by leaks
Artex removal in Hailsham
After the job
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, and you get the paperwork.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Photos help us quote
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Empty the rooms in advance
Avoid these
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Artex removal for Hailsham properties
Not every textured coating contains asbestos. Testing a sample tells you, so work can go ahead normally if it’s negative. People often contact us about walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit and damaged or cracked coatings, including textured walls, coated plasterboard and coated ceiling roses.
In towns like Hailsham, plenty of homes from the 1960s to 1990s have textured ceilings. We explain what we find in plain English, including when leaving a material alone is the sensible choice.
- Location
- Hailsham (BN27)
- County
- East Sussex
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Good to know
A few things to be aware of:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we see
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Materials, one by one
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
Hailsham properties and textured coatings
Hailsham is about 6 miles north of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Hailsham is part of the area we cover, on everything from houses and flats to workplaces and garages. Hailsham is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex where we work. We work right across the region, from Hailsham to Brighton (about 17 miles away).
If you’re refurbishing flats near Polegate station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. In older homes in Hailsham, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Parts of the South Downs National Park are within about 6 miles of Hailsham; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Wherever your property is in BN27, Artex removal is available, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your property could be on High Street, Market Place and Station Road. Main roads around Hailsham include the A271 and A295, so mention parking if the property is on one. Neighbouring places we cover include Tile Hurst (1 mile north-west), Upper Horsebridge (1 mile north), Hellingly (1 mile north), Lower Horsebridge (1 mile north-west) and Magham Down (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (6 miles south), Hastings (13 miles east), Bexhill-on-Sea (9 miles east), Seaford (9 miles south-west), Lewes (11 miles west) and Crowborough (14 miles north). Hailsham is among the bigger towns we cover in East Sussex, with homes, rented property and workplaces of every age.
Well-known places in the area include Herstmonceux Castle (3.6 miles east) and Amberstone Hospital (1.5 miles north-east). The countryside around Hailsham includes Combe Hill.
- Local schools include White House Academy (less than half a mile east)
- Nearby, you will find The Grenadier pub (under half a mile north)
Prices and what affects them
What changes the cost:
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- How many samples are needed
- The category of work
- How much waste there is
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Helping us quote
The most useful photos are:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- A rough size or measurement
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: send them through our contact page.
Questions from Hailsham
Do you cover Hailsham and the area around Polegate station?
Yes, we cover Hailsham and the area towards Polegate station, about 3 miles south.
Do you cover Hailsham from London?
Hailsham is about 46 miles from central London, well within our area.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Normally not, according to HSE. Larger steam or gel jobs must be notified first.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, but older parts and reused materials can still contain it.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Clear photos and measurements are often enough; otherwise we will arrange a visit.
What does it cost to remove Artex?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, so we quote after testing.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
You can often stay in the rest of the house: the room being worked on is sealed off and kept clear.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
What happens
Our team wears protective equipment, and the room stays closed. We keep the work area clear of other people while we work, so please keep children and pets away.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- We sample each different coating for testing
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
How to prepare
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Ask for a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
Related guides
For businesses and landlords in Hailsham
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so whoever runs them has a duty to manage asbestos.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Hailsham
Many trades want a test result first.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Rented flats before redecoration
Non-domestic buildings like Hailsham Community College should already have records of any textured coatings.
What your quote should include
- What paperwork you get
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Suitable insurance for the work
Doing it yourself?
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Nearby places to Hailsham
Other services in Hailsham
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site