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Asbestos Artex Removal in Maplehurst, West Sussex
Any pre-2000 building in Maplehurst may contain asbestos. We offer testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Textured walls before a refit
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
Get a quote for Maplehurst
The scope of Artex removal
We are upfront about what’s included:
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise before you book.
What we deal with
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
Artex removal for Maplehurst properties
HSE’s code of practice says work on textured coatings will not normally be licensable. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work. People often contact us about ceilings before downlights go in and coatings damaged by leaks, including coated ceiling roses, Artex ceilings and textured walls.
Rural homes near Maplehurst have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so you know where you stand.
- Location
- Maplehurst (RH13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What happens
We wear disposable coveralls and suitable respirators, and the room stays closed. We begin by confirming exactly what we are doing, so there is no confusion.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- We sample each different coating for testing
- We go through the options and send a quote
- The room is sealed, and the coating removed wet or the boards taken down
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Tell us about parking and access
- Dig out previous surveys
Getting a price
Include any existing survey or test when you call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
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Options to consider in Maplehurst
What are the options for Artex? If it’s intact and no work will go through it, leaving or covering can make sense; for smooth ceilings or work through the ceiling, removal is generally best. We don’t publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
How we work in Maplehurst
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Work done to the regulations
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- No removal until we know what it is
Read how we quote and our cost guide.
FAQs for Maplehurst
How far is Maplehurst from London?
Maplehurst is about 35 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you cover small places like Maplehurst?
We do: small villages are covered too. Just tell us how to reach the property.
How much does Artex removal cost in Maplehurst?
It depends on the area, the method and the waste, and we quote once the coating has been tested.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It has to go to a site that accepts it, with the right paperwork.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Tell us about the property and what you need.
Can I stay at home while you work?
You can often stay in the rest of the house: the work room is closed off until it’s finished.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Of course. With the seller’s agreement, a pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you commit.
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, and ask for advice; your GP can advise if you are worried about your health.
Maplehurst properties and textured coatings
Maplehurst is about 4 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. Anywhere in Maplehurst, just send the postcode. Maplehurst is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Our area stretches from Maplehurst to Crawley (about 9 miles away).
Older homes across Maplehurst may have coatings added during past renovations. For rented flats close to Christs Hospital station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of RH13. That could mean a property on Nuthurst Road, Park Lane and Copsale Road. We also carry out Artex jobs in Nuthurst (1 mile north), Southwater (2 miles north-west), Tower Hill (4 miles north-west), Brooks Green (4 miles west) and Horsham (4 miles north). We also cover nearby towns such as Crawley (9 miles north-east), Worthing (13 miles south), Haywards Heath (9 miles east), Burgess Hill (9 miles south-east), East Grinstead (15 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles south).
A little further out are Horsham Hospital (4.3 miles north) and Christs Hospital School Museum (3.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Knepp Wildland.
Responsibilities for owners
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
For managing agents and freeholders in Maplehurst, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
After the job
The ceiling or wall is left ready for your plasterer.
After we’ve finished:
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Each different coating needs testing
- File the test result and waste note
- Give us room sizes
Avoid these
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Materials we deal with
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
Nearby places to Maplehurst
Also in Maplehurst
DIY and asbestos
Sanding, drilling, cutting and jet-washing are the worst things you can do to asbestos materials, so avoid them completely.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
What it costs
Quotes vary because of:
- How much waste there is
- The type of material and its condition
- How much there is
- The number of samples or the size of the building
Access makes a big difference to cost, so tell us about access.
Helping us quote
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Visible markings
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- Where we could park
- An idea of size
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Then call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form.
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note