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Artex Removal in Lidsey
Found something that might be asbestos in Lidsey? We provide removal of textured ceilings and walls, explained in plain English.
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings before plastering
Asbestos help in Lidsey
Artex removal for Lidsey properties
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Lidsey, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test the coating, then remove it safely if it contains asbestos. From extensions that cut into ceilings and rented homes refurbished between tenants, we cover textured walls, Artex ceilings and coated plasterboard.
Rural homes near Lidsey have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. We start with a clear answer: is it asbestos, and what should you do about it.
- Where
- Lidsey (PO22)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
The scope of Artex removal
Worth knowing before booking:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Materials we see
- Artex ceilings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
What happens next
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
If asbestos stays in the building:
- Each different coating needs testing
- Photos help us quote
- Give us room sizes
- Keep the results and paperwork
Avoid these
Don’t sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Do not use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
Places near Lidsey
What else we do in Lidsey
What it might be made of
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Choosing the right option
Plastering over it is an option, but never sand it first, and the asbestos stays in the building. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Why choose us
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
See how we price jobs or our cost guide.
Textured ceilings in Lidsey
Lidsey is about 2 miles north-east of Bognor Regis, in West Sussex. For Artex jobs in Lidsey, tell us about parking and access. Lidsey is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 23 miles away.
Older homes across Lidsey may have coatings added during past renovations. If you are refurbishing flats near Barnham station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Lidsey is within about 3 miles of the coast, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
For Artex jobs in PO22, just send the postcode and a few photos. Your property could be on Lidsey Road and Sack Lane or the roads around them, wherever it is in Lidsey. For properties just outside Lidsey, we cover Shripney (1 mile south-west), Westergate (1 mile north), Eastergate (1 mile north), West Barnham (1 mile north-east) and Barnham (1 mile north-east). We also cover nearby towns such as Worthing (12 miles east), Chichester (5 miles west), Selsey (8 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles east), Lancing (15 miles east) and Emsworth (12 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Tote Copse Castle (1.6 miles north-west) and Bognor Regis Museum (2.6 miles south).
- Local schools include St Philip Howard Catholic High School (1.3 miles north-east)
How we work
At the end, the room is cleaned and checked before the seals come down. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Getting ready
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
Ask for a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page to get started.
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What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- How easy it is to reach
- The category of work
- Parking and access charges
- How much there is
Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Helping us quote
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Visible markings
- A rough size or measurement
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The parking area
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we’ll advise.
Typical Artex jobs in Lidsey
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, which can make them look newer than they are.
People typically contact us about one of these:
- Walls before tiling
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
Non-domestic buildings like Aldingbourne Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings.
Comparing quotes
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- Which laboratory analyses samples
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
Should you do it yourself?
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
Lidsey: your questions answered
Do you cover small places like Lidsey?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about access and parking.
Do older homes in Lidsey have asbestos?
Any home in Lidsey built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos, but only a test can confirm it. Garage roofs, Artex, floor tiles, soffits and flues are typical examples.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Stop work in that area and keep people out, then have the material identified before anything else happens.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For shared areas, ask the managing agent about the asbestos register.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos fibres can cause serious lung diseases years after exposure. The main risk is from disturbing it, so identifying it before work is important.
How quickly can you come out?
We agree a date when you accept the quote. Some work has to be notified to the enforcing authority first, which affects timing.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
Normally not: HSE treats textured coating work as normally non-licensed, but larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified first.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
Covering it is an option if it’s intact, but never sand it first, and keep a record.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note