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Artex Removal in Walberton
Buildings in Walberton built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. We offer removal of textured ceilings and walls.
- Ceilings before skimming
- Textured walls before a refit
- Rented flats before redecoration
Asbestos help in Walberton
Where asbestos turns up
Leaks and DIY can damage coatings, which can make them crumble.
Common situations in older properties include:
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Ceilings coming down
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Loft conversions and extensions
Non-domestic buildings like Walberton and Binsted CofE Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
Questions to ask before booking
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- What you will receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
How artex removal works in Walberton
Taking down the plasterboard can be easier than stripping the coating. We’ll explain which suits your rooms. People often contact us about rented flats before redecoration and coatings scraped during DIY, involving coated plasterboard, coated ceiling roses and Artex ceilings.
Rural homes near Walberton have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Where
- Walberton (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Afterwards
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Weighing up your options
You’ll find DIY products for removing Artex, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Always test first. Doing several things in one visit can help, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
Why us?
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Records for your files
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
- Accredited laboratory results
Read how we quote or published price ranges.
After the job
The surface is left ready for making good.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Test every different coating
Avoid these
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
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.
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
Common questions in Walberton
Do you cover Walberton and the area around Barnham station?
Yes. Barnham station is about 1.3 miles south-west of Walberton, and we cover both.
How far is Walberton from London?
Walberton is about 51 miles from central London, well within our area.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Yes, a pre-purchase survey can help, with the seller’s permission.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily: many textured coatings do not contain asbestos. The only way to know is to test a sample.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes. Send us the details of the premises, and any existing asbestos register.
How can I get a price?
Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop work, leave the area and don’t try to clean up. Then get advice.
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.
What affects the price in Walberton
Every quote reflects:
- Parking and access charges
- The size of the job
- Material and condition
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
What to photograph
For a quick quote, include:
- Labels, if any
- A clear close-up
- Street parking nearby
- Approximate dimensions
Every job is quoted in writing. Just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
A closer look at the materials
Coated plasterboard
Coatings are applied over plasterboard or plaster. Sometimes it’s simpler to remove the boards whole.
Patched areas
We may sample patches separately.
Walberton properties and textured coatings
Walberton is about 5 miles north-west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We cover Walberton as part of West Sussex, for Artex jobs of every size. Walberton is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we work. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 21 miles away.
If you are refurbishing flats near Barnham station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. Older homes across Walberton may have coatings added during past renovations. Walberton is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations. The coast is within about 5 miles of Walberton; indoor work like textured coating removal isn’t affected by the weather.
For Artex jobs in BN18, just send the postcode and a few photos. Your property could be on The Street, Maple Road and Prime Close or the roads around them, wherever it is in Walberton. For properties just outside Walberton, we cover Avisford (1 mile north-east), Binsted (1 mile east), Slindon Common (1 mile north), West Barnham (1 mile south-west) and Barnham (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Worthing (10 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south-west), Chichester (7 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Littlehampton (5 miles south-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles east).
A little further out are Arundel and District Hospital (2.5 miles east) and Arundel Castle (3 miles east). Open spaces near Walberton include WWT Arundel and Bignor Hill.
- Schools near Walberton include St Philip Howard Catholic High School (1.3 miles south-west)
Step by step
For board removal, we take the boards down in whole pieces and bagged or wrapped. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and keeps dust to a minimum.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Before we arrive
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Clear the way to the work area
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Getting a price
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you’re planning. Ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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Good to know
A few things to be aware of:
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- We need the room cleared
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Materials we see
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note