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Asbestos Artex Removal in Westfield, East Sussex
Artex removal across Westfield and nearby. Done to HSE guidance, with paperwork for your records.
- Textured walls before a refit
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Coatings scraped during DIY
Artex removal in Westfield
About our artex removal in Westfield
Artex and similar coatings are common on ceilings in Westfield, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. Whether it’s textured walls before a refit and ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights, we deal with textured walls, stipple finishes and Artex ceilings and more.
Village homes like those in Westfield have often been altered several times, so ceilings may have been coated during an earlier renovation. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, whatever the size of the job.
- Area
- Westfield (TN35)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What’s included, and what isn’t
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and doesn’t cover:
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
- Other materials may need their own approach
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we see
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
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Step by step
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, and keep the coating damp as we work. While we work, the area stays out of bounds, so arrange for pets and children to be elsewhere.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- The room is cleaned and you get the paperwork
Getting ready
- Clear access to the area, loft or garage
- Let us know where we can park
- Don’t disturb the material before we get there
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page. Include the postcode, the material and some photos.
Helpful guides
Typical Artex jobs in Westfield
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some contained a small amount of white asbestos (chrysotile) for strength.
These are some of the things we deal with in Westfield:
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Coatings scraped during DIY
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Rented flats before redecoration
If you’re refurbishing flats near Doleham station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
What your quote should include
- If the price includes VAT
- Any exclusions
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- The scope of the job, in writing
Westfield questions
Is asbestos common in Westfield homes?
If your home in Westfield was built or refurbished before 2000, it may, but only a test can confirm it. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do textured ceilings in Westfield homes contain asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Should I take the ceiling down instead?
Both work; it depends on the room. We’ll advise for each room.
Do you work on commercial premises?
We do, alongside homes. The duty holder should be able to share the asbestos register.
Is Artex removal licensed work?
HSE’s code of practice says it will not normally be licensable. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work.
Is asbestos dangerous?
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.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, as well as homeowners. Send the details.
What if the weather’s bad?
It depends on the job: indoor jobs aren’t affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
Choosing the right option
A low price may mean shortcuts, which releases fibres. Ask about the method and the waste. Our quotes are clear about VAT, so you can compare like with like.
What you get
- Clear advice on your options
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Domestic and commercial work
What affects the price in Westfield
We base our quote on:
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Parking and access charges
- How much waste there is
- The size of the job
Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
What to photograph
Helpful photos:
- Visible markings
- An idea of size
- Where we could park
- Damaged areas
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
What it might be made of
Coated plasterboard
Taking boards down whole avoids stripping the coating.
Painted coatings
The sample includes the coating itself.
Artex removal around Westfield
Westfield is about 3 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. In Westfield, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses. Westfield is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we work. Our area stretches from Westfield to Brighton (31 miles away).
For a school such as Westfield School, the duty holder’s records should show any coatings, before decorators start. Older homes across Westfield may have coatings added during past renovations. The coast is within about 4 miles of Westfield, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
We carry out Artex jobs all over the TN35 postcode area. We can help with Artex jobs on streets such as Moor Lane, Heathlands and South Terrace or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cover Kent Street (1 mile west), Brede (2 miles north-east), Cackle Street (2 miles north), Sedlescombe (3 miles north-west) and Telham (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (15 miles south-west), Hastings (3 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (6 miles south-west), Hailsham (14 miles west), St Leonards (4 miles south) and Hastings Old Town (4 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Priory Meadow Shopping Centre (3.6 miles south) and Barn Theatre and Museum (0.9 miles south). The countryside around Westfield includes Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
- Local schools include Ark Helenswood Academy (1.6 miles south)
Looking after things afterwards
Share the paperwork with your trades.
After we have finished:
- Test every different coating
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- File the test result and waste note
- Clear the rooms before the work
What to avoid
Test before the builders arrive.
Don’t use a steamer or chemical stripper on an untested coating.
DIY and asbestos
HSE advises the public not to repair or remove asbestos themselves. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Paperwork for your records: reports, lab results and consignment notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site