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Asbestos Artex Removal in Upper Hartfield, East Sussex
Artex removal for properties in Upper Hartfield and East Sussex: removal of textured ceilings and walls, with written paperwork.
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Walls before tiling
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About our artex removal in Upper Hartfield
HSE’s code of practice says work on textured coatings will not normally be licensable. Bigger jobs using steam or gel must be notified before they start. Whether it’s coatings scraped during DIY and walls before tiling, we deal with textured walls, coated ceiling roses and coated plasterboard and more.
In places like Upper Hartfield, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes, often added during past renovations. Every quote is in writing and spells out what’s covered, so there are no surprises.
- Location
- Upper Hartfield (TN7)
- County
- East Sussex
- Covers
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Price
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Artex in Upper Hartfield homes
Upper Hartfield is about 5 miles north-west of Crowborough, in East Sussex. In Upper Hartfield, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Upper Hartfield is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we work. We work right across the region, from Upper Hartfield to Crawley (about 12 miles away).
Older homes across Upper Hartfield may have coatings added during past renovations. Upper Hartfield is within about 3 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
We cover Artex jobs across the TN7 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Parrock Lane, Cat Street and Gallipot Hill or anywhere nearby, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover include Coleman's Hatch (1 mile south-west), Forest Row (2 miles west), Wych Cross (3 miles south-west), Duddleswell (4 miles south) and Chelwood Gate (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Lewes (15 miles south), Crowborough (5 miles south-east), Uckfield (9 miles south), South Malling (15 miles south), Heathfield (11 miles south-east) and Cliffe (15 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Bolebroke Castle (2 miles north-east) and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital (4.2 miles south-east).
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Limits to be aware of
A few things to be aware of:
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, which affects the start date
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Other materials may need their own approach
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal before you book.
What we deal with
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
What it costs
These are the main things that affect the price of Artex removal:
- The size of the job
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- Disposal costs
- What the material is and its state
There is no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Sending photos
Good photos help us plan and quote. Take them without disturbing anything:
- The access route
- Where we could park
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A clear close-up
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Can I do it myself?
If you do find something during DIY, stop: keep people away, don’t sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
A professional job comes with paperwork: results, a report or a consignment note, which buyers and builders may ask for.
Your options compared
Testing first can save a lot: a clear result means normal methods. Compare what each quote includes, not just the total: scope, method, waste disposal and paperwork.
How we work in Upper Hartfield
- Clear advice on your options
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Records for your files
- No removal until we know what it is
See our prices page or our cost guide.
How it works
We finish by cleaning the room thoroughly before the seals come down. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Before we arrive
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Tell us about parking and access
- Dig out previous surveys
How to get a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
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For businesses and landlords in Upper Hartfield
Before maintenance in a rented home, agents may ask about asbestos. A test or survey gives a definite answer.
If your business premises in Upper Hartfield were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
Upper Hartfield questions
Do you cover Upper Hartfield from London?
Upper Hartfield is about 29 miles from central London, well within our area.
Is asbestos common in Upper Hartfield homes?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Can you help with a shop or office?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
What does licensed work mean?
It covers the higher-risk materials: lagging, sprayed coatings and most asbestos insulating board. It needs a contractor with an HSE licence.
Can I plaster over Artex that contains asbestos?
You can, if it’s intact: skimming or boarding over avoids disturbing it. Don’t sand it first, and keep a record that it’s there.
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, then contact a professional.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We will identify it and advise on removal.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to give us access to the areas involved, and to be available for questions.
Typical Artex jobs in Upper Hartfield
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Loft conversions and extensions
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Ceilings before skimming
If you are refurbishing flats near Ashurst Kent station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- What’s excluded, such as making good or a new roof
- How fibres will be kept down
- The documents you will receive
Materials we deal with
Coated plasterboard
Coatings are applied over plasterboard or plaster. Removing the boards can be an option.
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site