East Sussex · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Rock-a-Nore, East Sussex
Any pre-2000 building in Rock-a-Nore may contain asbestos. We offer removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Coatings already disturbed
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About our artex removal in Rock-a-Nore
For an asbestos coating, the room is sealed, the coating kept wet and nothing sanded or dry-scraped. We often deal with Artex ceilings, textured walls and coated plasterboard, and people generally contact us about loft conversions and extensions and ceilings due for plastering or skimming.
In a smaller place like Rock-a-Nore, textured ceilings often show up when people renovate older family homes, and testing comes first. We explain what we find in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Location
- Rock-a-Nore (TN34, TN35)
- County
- East Sussex
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Limits to be aware of
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Untested coatings are tested first, since a negative result changes everything
- Plastering and making good are normally separate jobs
- We need the room cleared
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
What we deal with
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
Typical Artex jobs in Rock-a-Nore
Textured coatings were popular for decades because they hid cracks and uneven plaster, and some included a little chrysotile.
These come up again and again:
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Ceilings before plastering
- Landlord refurbishments
Non-domestic buildings like Ark Castledown Primary Academy should already have records of any textured coatings.
Questions to ask before booking
- The method and controls
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- The documents you’ll receive
How we price Artex removal
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- Access to the area
- The type of material and its condition
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- The survey scope
When comparing quotes, check what’s included: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
Helping us quote
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- An overall view
- A close-up from a safe distance
- Cracks or breaks
- Street parking nearby
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Nearby places to Rock-a-Nore
What else we do in Rock-a-Nore
Materials, one by one
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Textured walls
They’re tested and removed in the same way as ceilings.
Questions from Rock-a-Nore
How far is Rock-a-Nore from London?
Rock-a-Nore is about 54 miles from central London, well within our area.
Do you work near Ore station?
Yes, we cover Rock-a-Nore and the area towards Ore station, about 0.8 miles north.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
What does it cost to remove Artex?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote once we know what it contains.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and cannot go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.
Is a home built after 2000 likely to contain asbestos?
Homes built after 2000 shouldn’t contain asbestos, as it was banned in 1999.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
You can, if it’s intact: covering it leaves it undisturbed. Never sand it beforehand, and record its location.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
First, keep people away from the damaged material: shut the door if you can and do not sweep it up. Then contact us for advice on the next step.
Rock-a-Nore properties and textured coatings
Rock-a-Nore is about 2 miles south-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. For Artex jobs in Rock-a-Nore, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. We cover 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 32 miles away.
If you’re refurbishing flats near Ore station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. Older homes across Rock-a-Nore may have coatings added during past renovations. The coast is within about a mile of Rock-a-Nore; indoor work like textured coating removal is not affected by the weather.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of TN34 and TN35. Local streets include Crown Lane, Croft Road and Queens Road; we cover every one. Other places close to Rock-a-Nore we cover include Hastings Old Town (1 mile north-west), Belmont (1 mile north-west), America Ground (1 mile west), Blacklands (1 mile north-west) and St Helen's (1 mile north-west). We also cover nearby towns such as Eastbourne (14 miles west), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles west), Hailsham (15 miles west), Polegate (15 miles west), Upper Horsebridge (15 miles west) and Langney (13 miles west).
Nearby you’ll also find Flower Makers Museum (less than half a mile west) and Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (0.6 miles west). Open spaces near Rock-a-Nore include Church Wood and Robsack Wood.
- Schools near Rock-a-Nore include University School (1 mile west) and William Parker Sports College (1.8 miles north-west)
- Places of worship nearby include Roman Catholic Church of St Mary Star of the Sea (under half a mile north)
- Nearby, you will find The Dolphin pub (less than half a mile west)
Can I do it myself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Looking after things afterwards
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, and you get the paperwork.
A few practical points:
- Test every different coating
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Book your plasterer after removal
Things not to do
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Which option is right?
A test before removal can save money: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. Sometimes a test shows removal is not needed, because the material is clear.
What you get
- Across London and the South East
- Reports and results you can share
- Clear advice on your options
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
Take a look at our prices page and our cost guide.
How it works
We start by sealing and protecting the room, and keep the coating damp as we work. Unexpected finds are discussed with you first before carrying on.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- 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
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Let us know where we can park
How to get a quote
Not sure what you need? Send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we will advise.
Related guides
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- 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