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Artex Removal in Strettington
Artex removal across Strettington, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. You get a written quote before anything starts.
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Landlord refurbishments
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Materials we deal with
Artex ceilings
We test each different coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
We sample them if needed.
How artex removal works in Strettington
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but the asbestos remains and needs recording. People often contact us about ceilings before plastering and extensions that cut into ceilings, including coated ceiling roses, swirl patterns and stipple finishes.
Rural homes near Strettington have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, so you have a record.
- Area
- Strettington (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
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What else we do in Strettington
After we’ve finished in Strettington
After removal, the room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site, with a consignment note.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Give us room sizes
Avoid these
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Common questions in Strettington
Is asbestos common in Strettington homes?
That depends on when it was built and altered: asbestos products were used until 1999, so pre-2000 homes and extensions in Strettington may have it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do you cover Strettington from London?
We cover Strettington, about 52 miles from central London.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
That depends on the job: a report for a survey, a lab result for a test, or waste paperwork for removal.
How dangerous is asbestos?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
Should all asbestos be removed?
No. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. Keep a record and check its condition.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding releases fibres.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Stop work in that area and keep people out, and the material needs identifying before work resumes.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. We’ll give you dates when we quote.
Doing it yourself?
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Higher-risk materials such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board must only be dealt with by an HSE-licensed contractor.
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
Prices and what affects them
We base our quote on:
- How much waste there is
- The size of the job
- How many samples are needed
- Material and condition
Sometimes a test shows removal is not needed, because the material is clear.
Helping us quote
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them without disturbing anything:
- Approximate dimensions
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- Labels, if any
- The access route
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.
Common reasons for Artex jobs in Strettington
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some included a little chrysotile.
These are some of the things we deal with in Strettington:
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Loft conversions
Older homes across Strettington may have coatings added during past renovations.
Questions to ask before you book
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- The method and controls
- What is not included
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
Textured ceilings in Strettington
Strettington is about 2 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. We cover Strettington as part of West Sussex, whatever the size of the job. Strettington is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we work. We work right across the region, from Strettington to Brighton (about 26 miles away).
For a school such as Boxgrove CofE Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start. If you’re refurbishing flats near Chichester station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. The coast is within about 6 miles of Strettington, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
We cover Artex jobs across the PO18 postcode area and the streets around it. For properties just outside Strettington, we cover Westerton (1 mile west), Waterbeach (1 mile north), Maudlin (1 mile south-west), Boxgrove (1 mile east) and Tangmere (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east), Emsworth (9 miles west) and Rustington (10 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include The Chichester City Museum (2.4 miles south-west) and Chichester Centre (1.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Strettington include Levin Down and Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Westbourne House School (1.2 miles south)
- Pubs nearby include The Coach And Horses Public House (0.6 miles south-west)
How it works
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, then keep the coating wet throughout. At the end, we tell you what was done and what happens next.
- 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
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking and access
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
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The scope of Artex removal
We’re upfront about what’s included:
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- We need the room cleared
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Materials we see
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
For businesses and landlords in Strettington
The duty to manage applies to non-domestic premises and common parts, not to single private homes, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site