East Sussex · England
Asbestos Artex Removal in Upperton, East Sussex
Buildings in Upperton built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Landlord refurbishments
Asbestos help in Upperton
How artex removal works in Upperton
Removing an asbestos textured coating means sealing off the room, keeping the coating wet and never sanding or scraping it dry, with the waste bagged and taken to a permitted site. We often deal with swirl patterns, coated ceiling roses and Artex ceilings, and people normally contact us about extensions that cut into ceilings and coatings damaged by DIY.
In Upperton, textured coatings are often in several rooms, so each type needs testing. Small jobs get the same care as big ones, with the same attention to the regulations.
- Where
- Upperton (BN21, BN22, BN20)
- County
- East Sussex
- What we do
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- Quoted individually, in writing
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
The process
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, with no sanding or dry scraping. The work area is kept clear while we’re working.
- Describe the rooms and coatings
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- The room is sealed off and the coating removed wet, never sanded or dry-scraped
- The waste is bagged, the room cleaned and the waste taken to a permitted site
How to prepare
- Let us know if something’s broken
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Dig out previous surveys
Ask for a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
Should you do it yourself?
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Textured ceilings in Upperton
Upperton is about 1 mile south-west of Eastbourne, in East Sussex. Wherever your property is in Upperton, tell us the postcode and what you need. Upperton is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 18 miles away.
For rented flats close to Eastbourne station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings. If your home is one of the older properties in Upperton, near Church of St Mary or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. Upperton is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too. Upperton is within about a mile of the coast, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
We handle Artex jobs in every part of BN21, BN22 and BN20 and the streets around it. Local streets include Love Lane, Hyde Road and York Road; we cover every one. You will find Upperton on the A2021 and A2040, which makes it simple to get to. Other places close to Upperton we cover include Old Town (1 mile west), Eastbourne (1 mile north-east), Meads (1 mile south), Holywell (1 mile south) and Ratton Village (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Hastings (14 miles north-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (10 miles north-east), Seaford (7 miles west), Lewes (14 miles north-west), Hailsham (6 miles north) and St Leonards (13 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Eastbourne District General Hospital (0.9 miles north-west) and Pevensey Castle (4 miles north-east). Within reach you’ll find Combe Hill.
- Nearby schools include Gildredge House (0.5 miles south-west) and WMG Academy for Young Engineers (0.5 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Rainbow pub (less than half a mile west)
What we deal with in Upperton
Asbestos-free coatings were also made, so testing is the only way to know.
In older properties, we often see:
- Ceilings before plastering
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Loft conversions
For a school such as St Thomas A Becket Catholic Primary School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings.
Comparing quotes
- VAT, clearly stated
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- The documents you’ll receive
- The method and controls
Places near Upperton
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Weighing up your options
DIY removal products are sold for textured coatings, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Test first. Dealing with asbestos before building work is usually cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Why people choose us
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Samples analysed by an accredited laboratory
- Identify first, remove only when needed
- Reports and results you can share
See how we quote or the cost guide.
What’s included, and what isn’t
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and doesn’t cover:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We test before removal, since a negative result changes everything
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise.
Common materials
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- Travel and parking
- How many samples are needed
- How easy it is to reach
- How much waste there is
A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Photos that help
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Approximate dimensions
- The parking area
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
What it might be made of
Patched areas
Different areas may need separate samples.
Artex ceilings
A small sample from each different coating tells you whether it contains asbestos.
Afterwards
Keep the test result and waste paperwork with your property records.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Empty the rooms in advance
- File the test result and waste note
- Send photos of the coatings
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
Things not to do
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces.
Test before the builders arrive.
Upperton: your questions answered
Do you cover Upperton and the area around Eastbourne station?
Yes, we cover Upperton, including the streets around Eastbourne station.
Is the Artex in my Upperton home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not necessarily. Sound material that will not be touched can often stay, as long as it’s recorded.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Either can work: the right choice depends on the room. We will recommend one for each room.
When can you start?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Notifiable jobs cannot start until they’ve been notified.
Can I just skim over it?
It’s an option for an intact coating: skimming or boarding over avoids disturbing it. Do not sand it first, and keep a record that it’s there.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not until it’s been tested. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
Can I stay at home while you work?
The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off. Often you can stay in other rooms.
- 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
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note