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Artex Removal in Hurst Wickham
Artex removal in Hurst Wickham: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings. Tell us what you’ve found and we’ll explain your options.
- Ceilings before plastering
- Walls before tiling
- Coatings damaged by leaks
Artex removal in Hurst Wickham
How artex removal works in Hurst Wickham
Taking down the plasterboard can be easier than stripping the coating. We will talk you through the options for your rooms in Hurst Wickham. Whether it’s loft conversions and textured walls before a refit, we cover textured walls, Artex ceilings and coated plasterboard and more.
In towns and villages like Hurst Wickham, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Where
- Hurst Wickham (BN6)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Good to know
What’s in and what’s out:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We need the room cleared
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
What we deal with
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
Textured ceilings in Hurst Wickham
Hurst Wickham is about 2 miles south-west of Burgess Hill, in West Sussex. We work across Hurst Wickham and the surrounding area, from older terraces and semis to flats, workplaces and outbuildings. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 7 miles away.
For rented flats close to Hassocks station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Non-domestic buildings like St Lawrence CofE Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start. Hurst Wickham is within about 3 miles of the South Downs National Park; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Artex jobs anywhere in BN6 start with the postcode and some photos. Local streets include College Lane, Hurst Wickham Close and Belmont Lane; we cover every one. Close by, we cover Hurstpierpoint (1 mile west), Hassocks (1 mile south-east), Keymer (1 mile south-east), Clayton (2 miles south-east) and Sayers Common (2 miles north-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Crawley (12 miles north), Horsham (11 miles north-west), Worthing (13 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (5 miles north-east), East Grinstead (15 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles south-west).
A little further out are Clayton Castle (1.9 miles south) and The Budding Foundation Museum of Gardening (1 mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Wolstonbury Hill and Bedelands Farm Nature Reserve.
- Local schools include Downlands Community School (1.4 miles south-east)
- Local pubs include The Poacher pub (0.5 miles west)
What happens next
Covered coatings should be recorded.
A few practical points:
- Photos help us quote
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Keep pets away
Don’ts
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Choosing the right option
Strip the coating or take the boards down? Each has pros and cons, depending on the room. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Why choose us
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Reports and results you can share
See how we quote or our cost guide.
What it costs
Every quote reflects:
- Material and condition
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- How many samples are needed
- The quantity or area
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Photos that help
For a quick quote, include:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- Approximate dimensions
- Labels, if any
- Street parking nearby
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we’ll recommend the right option.
The process
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked before the seals come down. 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
- The waste is bagged, the room cleaned and the waste taken to a permitted site
How to prepare
- Let us know where we can park
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Move things out of the way carefully
Getting a price
Include any existing survey or test when you fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
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FAQs for Hurst Wickham
Do you cover small places like Hurst Wickham?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Do you work near Hassocks station?
Yes. Hassocks station is about 1 mile south-east of Hurst Wickham, and we cover both.
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.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Can you help a business or landlord?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
Can I just skim over it?
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but do not sand it first, and record that it’s there.
What if my house is newer?
Asbestos was banned in 1999, so buildings built after 2000 shouldn’t contain it, although older materials can sometimes be reused or left in extensions.
Where asbestos turns up
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some included a little chrysotile.
People usually contact us about one of these:
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Coatings already disturbed
- Ceilings coming down
If your home is one of the older properties in Hurst Wickham, near Church of St George or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation.
Comparing quotes
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- That licensed work will be done by an HSE-licensed contractor
For landlords, agents and businesses
Schools, halls and community buildings are non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Hurst Wickham must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
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Can I do it myself?
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, as well as an asbestos risk, so never climb onto one.
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site