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Asbestos Artex Removal in Ticehurst, East Sussex
Need Artex removal in Ticehurst? We cover Ticehurst and the surrounding area, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Ceilings coming down
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Landlord refurbishments
Need Artex removal in Ticehurst?
Artex removal in Ticehurst
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. Common materials are swirl patterns, coated ceiling roses and coated plasterboard, and people generally contact us about flaking textured ceilings and ceilings before plastering.
Rural homes near Ticehurst have often been altered over generations, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, for your records.
- Location
- Ticehurst (TN5)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Artex in Ticehurst homes
Ticehurst is about 9 miles south-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, in East Sussex. Wherever your property is in Ticehurst, tell us the postcode and what you need, and we’ll quote. Ticehurst is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. We work right across the region, from Ticehurst to Crawley (about 26 miles away).
Older homes across Ticehurst may have coatings added during past renovations. A school like Ticehurst and Flimwell Church of England Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested. Parts of the High Weald National Landscape are within about 4 miles of Ticehurst; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN5. We can help with Artex jobs on streets such as High Street, Springfields and Farthing Hill, wherever it is in Ticehurst. Nearby, we also cover Three Leg Cross (1 mile north-west), Flimwell (2 miles east), Stonecrouch (2 miles north), Burgh Hill (3 miles south-east) and Etchingham (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Hastings (14 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south), Hailsham (14 miles south-west), Crowborough (11 miles west), St Leonards (15 miles south-east) and Uckfield (14 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Finchcocks Musical Museum (4 miles north) and Ticehurst House Hospital (0.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Bewl Water.
- Pubs nearby include The Chequers Public House (under half a mile south-west)
Which option is right?
Very cheap quotes for Artex removal can mean dry scraping or sanding. Ask about the method and the waste. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, if the material turns out not to contain asbestos.
Why people choose us
- Work done to the regulations
- Accredited laboratory results
- Covering London and the South East
- Quotes that spell out the scope
Take a look at how we quote and our cost guide.
What it might be made of
Patched areas
Different areas may need separate samples.
Coated plasterboard
Coatings are applied over plasterboard or plaster. Sometimes it’s simpler to remove the boards whole.
Ticehurst questions
Do you cover Ticehurst and the area around Stonegate station?
Yes. Stonegate station is about 2.7 miles south-west of Ticehurst, and we cover both.
Do you work on properties in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes, the same rules apply there, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
Can you quote from photos?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; otherwise we’ll arrange a visit.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Licensed work is work on the materials most likely to release fibres: pipe lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board. Only a contractor holding an HSE licence can do it.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop work, leave the area and do not try to clean up. Then ask for advice.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Both work; it depends on the room. We will explain the options.
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- Access to the area
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Licensed or non-licensed
- How much there is
Our quotes are clear about VAT.
Photos that help
When you send photos, these help most:
- Street parking nearby
- Cracks or breaks
- A rough size or measurement
- Visible markings
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: use our quote form or call 07833 053 749, and we will reply with a quote.
What happens next
If other rooms have textured coatings, record whether they’ve been tested, so future work is planned properly.
To avoid problems in future:
- Photos help us quote
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Keep the results and paperwork
Don’ts
Don’t drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Test before the builders arrive.
Responsibilities for owners
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Letting agents often ask about asbestos before maintenance work. A test or a survey gives everyone a clear answer.
Limits to be aware of
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and doesn’t cover:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
- Other materials may need their own approach
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials in Ticehurst
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
Why people call us in Ticehurst
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, so they may start to flake.
Get advice if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
For rented flats close to Stonegate station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
Comparing quotes
- VAT, clearly stated
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
Step by step
Waste is bagged and labelled as we go, then taken to a permitted site. The work area is kept clear while we’re working, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere.
- Send photos of the textured surfaces
- We test a sample of each coating
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- 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
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
- Clear the way to the work area
- Move things out of the way carefully
Ask for a quote
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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What else we do in Ticehurst
- 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
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site