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Asbestos Artex Removal in Worth, West Sussex
Artex removal for properties in Worth and West Sussex: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings.
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Ceilings before skimming
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Artex removal in Worth
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but the asbestos remains and needs recording. Typical jobs include landlord refurbishments and structural work through coated ceilings, involving coated plasterboard, stipple finishes and swirl patterns.
In Worth, textured coatings are often in several rooms, so test each different coating. If you’re unsure what you need, ask: we will tell you honestly whether it’s a test, a survey or removal.
- Location
- Worth (RH10)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Limits to be aware of
Worth knowing before booking:
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- We need the room cleared
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
What we deal with
- Patched or painted coatings
- Coated plasterboard
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
Should you do it yourself?
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.
Found something mid-DIY? Stop: keep people away, do not sweep or vacuum it up, and get advice.
Materials, one by one
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Coated plasterboard
The coating sits on plasterboard or plaster. Removing the boards can be an option.
Your options compared
Testing first can save a lot: if the coating is clear, ordinary methods can be used. We do not publish a price list, because jobs vary so much. Our cost guides show published ranges, with dates and sources.
How we work in Worth
- Covering London and the South East
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Honest advice, even when the answer is to leave it
See how we price jobs or the cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
These are the main things that affect the price of Artex removal:
- How much there is
- The type of material and its condition
- The number of samples or the size of the building
- 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. Every quote is individual.
Helping us quote
Photos help us understand the job before we visit. Take them from a safe distance without touching the material:
- Street parking nearby
- The access route
- A clear close-up
- Damaged areas
Photos from a safe distance help: send them through our contact page.
Step by step
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, with no sanding or dry scraping. We go over the plan with you first, so you know what’s happening.
- 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
Getting ready
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Tell us about anything that’s already damaged
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
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Artex removal around Worth
Worth is about 2 miles east of Crawley, in West Sussex. For Artex jobs in Worth, tell us about parking and access when you get in touch. We cover 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages.
If your home is one of the older properties in Worth, near St Nicholas' Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. For rented flats close to Three Bridges station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Worth is within about 8 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
Wherever your property is in RH10, we can help with Artex removal. Local streets include Worth Road, Banks Road and Saxon Road; we cover every one. Close by, we cover Pound Hill (1 mile north), Maidenbower (1 mile south), Three Bridges (1 mile north-west), Tilgate (1 mile south-west) and Forge Wood (2 miles north). We also cover nearby towns such as Horsham (8 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south), Burgess Hill (11 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles east), Broadfield (3 miles south-west) and Billingshurst (15 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Crawley Hospital (2.2 miles west) and County Mall (1.6 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.
- Local schools include Oriel High School (0.7 miles south-west)
- Local pubs include Dem Shish pub (within half a mile north-west)
Looking after things afterwards
The surface is left ready for making good.
Some practical advice:
- Plan where you will stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Give us room sizes
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Each different coating needs testing
Things not to do
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating and ask for advice.
Worth: your questions answered
Is the Artex in my Worth home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
How far is Worth from London?
We cover Worth, about 27 miles from central London.
What if asbestos is found during building work?
Work there should pause and the area be kept clear. We can test the material and, if needed, plan its removal.
Can you help a business or landlord?
We do. Landlords, agents, businesses and builders all use our services.
Will I get the price in writing?
Every time: the quote is in writing and sets out what’s included, and whether VAT is included.
What if the weather’s bad?
Indoor work is not affected. Outdoor roof work can be delayed by strong wind or heavy rain.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
Can you quote from photos?
Often we can quote from clear photos and a description; otherwise we’ll arrange a visit.
Places near Worth
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Typical Artex jobs in Worth
Renovations disturb coatings: sanding, dry scraping or drilling.
People normally contact us about one of these:
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Walls before tiling
- Loft conversions
A school like Maidenbower Junior School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested, before decorators start.
Questions to ask before booking
- VAT, clearly stated
- Whether the work is licensed, notifiable non-licensed or non-licensed
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Any exclusions
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site