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Artex Removal in Three Leg Cross
Worried about asbestos in Three Leg Cross? Our service covers Artex removal, with testing first, with clear advice at each step.
- Textured walls before a refit
- Ceilings before skimming
- Coatings damaged by leaks
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About our artex removal in Three Leg Cross
According to HSE, textured coating work is normally non-licensed. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work. People often contact us about rented flats before redecoration and coatings already disturbed, involving coated plasterboard, Artex ceilings and coated ceiling roses.
Rural homes near Three Leg Cross 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 there are no surprises.
- Area
- Three Leg Cross (TN5)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Three Leg Cross questions
Do textured ceilings in Three Leg Cross homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Only a test will tell you.
Do you cover Three Leg Cross and the area around Stonegate station?
Yes. Stonegate station is about 3 miles south-west of Three Leg Cross, and we cover both.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop, keep people away from the area and don’t sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice; if you’re worried about your health, speak to your GP.
Is asbestos dangerous?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. Diseases linked to it, such as mesothelioma and asbestosis, can appear many years later, which is why it’s identified before work.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Stop work in that area and keep people out, and the material needs identifying before work resumes.
Do you work in Three Leg Cross?
Yes, Three Leg Cross is in our area. Send us the postcode for a quote.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
Do I need a test or a survey?
Testing tells you about particular materials; a survey inspects the whole building or work area and records everything it finds.
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What else we do in Three Leg Cross
Weighing up your options
Testing first can save a lot: a clear result means normal methods. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
How we work in Three Leg Cross
- Work done to the regulations
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Accredited laboratory results
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
See how we quote and published price ranges.
Limits to be aware of
Every job has limits; these are the usual ones:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
Duty holders and landlords in Three Leg Cross
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should know what the roofs are made of, before anyone carries out repairs.
How it works
Waste is bagged and labelled as we go, for disposal at a permitted site. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- Get in touch with photos
- We test a sample of each coating
- We talk through the options
- We remove it safely if that is what you choose
- The waste goes to a permitted site with a consignment note
Preparing for the visit
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Make sure pets and children are elsewhere
- Ensure we can get to the area
Ask for a quote
Include any existing survey or test when you use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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Textured ceilings in Three Leg Cross
Three Leg Cross is about 8 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. In Three Leg Cross, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Three Leg Cross is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we work. We work right across the region, from Three Leg Cross to Crawley (about 26 miles away).
A school like Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start. In older homes in Three Leg Cross, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Parts of the High Weald National Landscape are within about 3 miles of Three Leg Cross; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
We carry out Artex jobs all over TN5. Close by, we cover Ticehurst (1 mile south-east), Stonecrouch (1 mile north-east), Flimwell (2 miles east), Kilndown (2 miles north) and Bedgebury Cross (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Hastings (15 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (15 miles south), Hailsham (15 miles south-west), Crowborough (10 miles west), St Leonards (15 miles south-east) and Uckfield (14 miles south-west).
A little further out are Old Scotney Castle (2.5 miles north) and Finchcocks Musical Museum (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
- Local pubs include The Bull Inn Public House (within half a mile south-west)
Typical Artex jobs in Three Leg Cross
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some contained a small amount of white asbestos (chrysotile) for strength.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Coatings already disturbed
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
If you’re refurbishing flats near Stonegate station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
Questions to ask before booking
- VAT, clearly stated
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- Any exclusions
- What category of work it is
Doing it yourself?
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How easy it is to reach
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Location, parking and any London charges
Dealing with asbestos before building work is usually cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Photos that help
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- Damaged areas
- A clear close-up
- Street parking nearby
- A picture of the whole area
Not sure what you need? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 and describe the problem, and we will advise.
Materials we deal with
Patched areas
Patches may be newer material.
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site