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Artex Removal in Washington
Artex removal in Washington: textured coating testing and removal, for homes, rented property and workplaces. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Ceilings before skimming
- Coatings damaged by leaks
- Landlord refurbishments
Artex removal in Washington
About our artex removal in Washington
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Washington, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. Typical jobs include ceilings before skimming and walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit, including textured walls, coated plasterboard and Artex ceilings.
Rural homes near Washington have often been altered over generations, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Where
- Washington (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Afterwards
- Result and waste note
- Price
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Materials we deal with
Textured walls
They’re tested and removed in the same way as ceilings.
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
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What happens next
The surface is left ready for making good.
After the job, keep these in mind:
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Give us room sizes
Things not to do
Do not drill or cut into textured ceilings until you know what they contain.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- Licensed or non-licensed
- Disposal costs
- The type of material and its condition
- The survey scope
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Photos that help
What to photograph:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- The parking area
- A clear close-up
- Visible markings
Include any existing survey or test when you send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749; it helps us quote accurately.
For landlords, agents and businesses
Contractors working for you need asbestos information before they start. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
If you manage or own a block in Washington, the register for shared areas needs keeping current and sharing with trades.
Should you do it yourself?
Home testing kits exist, but you have to disturb the material to use one. HSE recommends a competent person takes samples.
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
What we deal with in Washington
Leaks and DIY can damage coatings, so they may start to flake.
You can’t tell by looking, but these are common reasons people contact us:
- Ceilings before plastering
- Textured walls before a refit
- Coatings already disturbed
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
A school like St Mary's CofE Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested.
What to look for in a quote
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Proof of an HSE licence where it’s needed
- If the price includes VAT
- Whether they’re insured for asbestos work
What happens
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, and keep the coating damp as we work. Before we start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- We sample each different coating for testing
- We go through the options and send a quote
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Let neighbours know if the work is near them
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
Ask for a quote
Every job is quoted in writing. Just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749 with the details, including any survey or test you already have.
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Washington properties and textured coatings
Washington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. In Washington, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Washington is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 13 miles away.
Older homes across Washington may have coatings added during past renovations. Washington is within about 6 miles of the South Downs National Park, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
Artex jobs anywhere in RH20 start with the postcode and some photos. Local streets include London Road, The Street and Chanctonbury Close; we cover every one. Neighbouring places we cover include Rock (1 mile north), Sullington (1 mile west), Heath Common (2 miles north-west), Storrington (2 miles north-west) and Warminghurst (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also work in Horsham (12 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
A little further out are The Storrington And District Museum (2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Chanctonbury Hill.
- Nearby schools include Windlesham House School (1.2 miles south-west) and Rydon Community College (1.8 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Frankland Arms Public House (less than half a mile south-east)
Choosing the right option
Remove the coating, or the whole ceiling? Stripping keeps the ceiling; taking boards down whole can be quicker and cleaner in some rooms. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. We quote each job individually.
Why people choose us
- No removal until we know what it is
- Houses, flats and business premises
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
Take a look at our prices page or our cost guide.
Washington questions
Do older homes in Washington have asbestos?
It depends on its age and history: asbestos was used until the 1999 ban, so older homes and older alterations in Washington can contain it. Common places include garage roofs, textured ceilings, floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, though access to rural buildings may need planning.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Stop, keep people away from the area and do not sweep or vacuum up debris. Then ask for advice.
My builder has found asbestos. What now?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Can you quote from photos?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, but larger or unclear jobs may need a visit.
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.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Both are options: the right choice depends on the room. We’ll advise room by room.
Do you work in flats?
We do. In a block, the shared areas are the responsibility of the managing agent or freeholder, who should hold the asbestos register.
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site