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Artex Removal for West Ashling
Artex removal for properties in West Ashling and West Sussex: Artex removal, with testing first.
- Walls before tiling
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
- Structural work through coated ceilings
Artex removal for West Ashling
How we price Artex removal
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- What the material is and its state
- How much there is
- How easy it is to reach
- Licensed or non-licensed
The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials involved, how much there is, access and paperwork. Every quote is individual.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- How we’d reach it
- An idea of size
Photos taken from a safe distance are fine: do not touch the material, just send them through our quote form.
About our artex removal in West Ashling
If your renovation in West Ashling involves textured ceilings, test them before rewiring, fitting downlights or plastering. Typical materials include swirl patterns, coated plasterboard and coated ceiling roses, and people typically contact us about ceilings coming down and extensions that cut into ceilings.
In places like West Ashling, textured ceilings appear in older and newer homes. Not sure what you need? Just ask: we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Where
- West Ashling (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- What we do
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Paperwork
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Can I do it myself?
A professional job comes with paperwork: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Never put asbestos in a bin or skip. It has to go to a site that accepts it, and some councils accept small amounts from residents by arrangement.
A closer look at the materials
Textured walls
Walls can have textured coatings too.
Patched areas
Patch repairs may use a different material from the original coating.
Choosing the right option
Testing first can save a lot: a clear result means normal methods. Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
Why people choose us
- Records for your files
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- No removal until we know what it is
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
See our prices page and published price ranges.
Afterwards
If other rooms have textured coatings, record whether they’ve been tested, for future work.
To avoid problems in future:
- Test every different coating
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Empty the rooms in advance
Don’ts
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
If a coating has been damaged by a leak, keep people away from fallen pieces and ask for advice.
Questions from West Ashling
Do textured ceilings in West Ashling homes contain asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Only a test will tell you.
How far is West Ashling from London?
West Ashling is about 55 miles from central London, well within our area.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Do not try to clean up the debris yourself, and ask for advice.
Should I take the ceiling down instead?
Both work; it depends on the room. We’ll explain the options.
Can I put asbestos in a skip?
Never: asbestos waste is hazardous and can’t go in skips, bins or recycling. It must go to a permitted site.
Do you work in flats?
Yes. For shared areas, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Do you work on commercial premises?
Yes. Tell us the size and use of the building and what you need.
How do I know if my property contains asbestos?
If it was built or refurbished before 2000, it may. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Where asbestos turns up
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some included a little chrysotile.
Get advice if you are dealing with any of these:
- Coatings already disturbed
- Flaking textured ceilings
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
A school like Funtington Primary School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested.
Questions to ask before you book
- Waste disposal and the consignment note
- The method and controls
- The documents you’ll receive
- VAT, clearly stated
Artex removal around West Ashling
West Ashling is about 3 miles north-west of Chichester, in West Sussex. If your Artex job is in West Ashling, let us know about access when you get in touch. West Ashling is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 24 miles away.
If you are refurbishing flats near Bosham station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies. In older homes in West Ashling, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. West Ashling is within about 8 miles of the South Downs National Park, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
For Artex jobs in PO18, just send the postcode and a few photos. Local streets include Heather Close, Ashling Close and Portal Close; we cover every one. If your property is just outside West Ashling, we also cover East Ashling (1 mile east), Funtington (1 mile north-west), Broadbridge (1 mile south), Hambrook (1 mile west) and West Stoke (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Bognor Regis (9 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles south-east), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles east), Emsworth (4 miles west) and Rustington (15 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Chichester Centre (3.6 miles east) and Chichester Castle (3.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near West Ashling include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Stoke Down.
- Local pubs include The Horse And Groom Public House (0.7 miles north-east)
Step by step
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, with no sanding or dry scraping. Our team uses the right protective equipment, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the work area
- Mention any parking restrictions
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
Getting a price
To get a quote, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
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What else we do in West Ashling
What’s included, and what is not
We are upfront about what’s included:
- Plastering and making good are generally separate jobs
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
If you’re unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we’ll advise before you book.
Common materials
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site