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Artex Removal for Worthing
Found something that might be asbestos in Worthing? We provide textured coating testing and removal, explained in plain English.
- Rented homes refurbished between tenants
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
Need Artex removal in Worthing?
Artex removal near Worthing
HSE’s code of practice says work on textured coatings will not normally be licensable. Larger-scale removal using steam or gel is notifiable non-licensed work. Whether it’s walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit and ceilings due for plastering or skimming, we cover coated plasterboard, Artex ceilings and swirl patterns.
In Worthing, many people want rid of textured ceilings, so testing comes first. Everything is explained in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Area
- Worthing (BN13, BN11, BN14, BN12)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Price
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Your options compared
You will find DIY products for removing Artex, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Test first. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why choose us
- Reports and results you can share
- Accredited laboratory results
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
- Legal disposal, with paperwork
Read how we price jobs or our cost guide.
Afterwards
We clean the room and dispose of the waste legally, with a consignment note.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Each different coating needs testing
- Plan around the closed rooms
- Keep pets away
Things not to do
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Common questions in Worthing
Do textured ceilings in Worthing homes contain asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings do not contain asbestos. Only a test will tell you.
Do you work near West Worthing station?
Yes, we cover Worthing and the area towards West Worthing station, about 0.5 miles south-east.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Breathing in asbestos fibres can cause serious diseases, often decades later. The main risk is from disturbing it, so identifying it before work is important.
Can I stay at home while you work?
The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off. You may be able to use the rest of the house.
Could my home contain asbestos?
You can’t tell by eye. A sample analysed in a laboratory is the reliable way to find out, and anything from before 2000 is worth checking.
Should I take the ceiling down instead?
Both work; it depends on the room. We’ll advise for each room.
How do I get a quote?
Just 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.
How much does Artex removal cost in Worthing?
Room size, method and waste all affect the price. We quote after testing.
Towns and villages near Worthing
Other services in Worthing
Duty holders and landlords in Worthing
If your business premises in Worthing were built before 2000, you should have an asbestos register and management plan, and contractors must be told what’s there.
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Artex in Worthing homes
Worthing is in West Sussex. Worthing is within our West Sussex area, for Artex jobs of every size. We cover 371 places across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 12 miles away.
A school like Durrington High School should know from its asbestos register whether coatings have been tested. If your home is one of the older properties in Worthing, near St Andrew's Church or elsewhere, textured ceilings may date from an earlier renovation. Worthing is within about 2 miles of the coast; indoor work like textured coating removal is not affected by the weather.
Artex jobs anywhere in BN13, BN11, BN14 and BN12 start with the postcode and some photos. Local streets include Church Road, Market Place and High Street; we cover every one. Worthing sits on or near the A24 and A27; tell us about parking if you are on a main road. If your property is just outside Worthing, we also cover Salvington (1 mile north), Offington (1 mile north-east), Broadwater (1 mile east), Findon Valley (2 miles north) and East Worthing (2 miles east). We also cover nearby towns such as Bognor Regis (13 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles north-east), Littlehampton (6 miles west), Shoreham-by-Sea (6 miles east), Lancing (3 miles east) and Rustington (5 miles west). As one of the bigger places in West Sussex, Worthing has buildings from every era.
Nearby you will also find The Acre (1.2 miles south-east) and Old Castle (less than half a mile east). Within reach you will find Highdown Hill and Widewater Lagoon.
- Schools near Worthing include Thomas A Becket First School (less than half a mile north-east) and Thomas A Becket Infant School (less than half a mile north-east)
- Nearby, you will find The George And Dragon Public House (within half a mile east)
The process
We bag and label the waste as we work, then taken to a permitted site. Parking close by makes the day easier, so let us know about any restrictions.
- Describe the coatings and rooms
- We sample each coating
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and quote
- The coating is removed with controls
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
How to prepare
- Find any old asbestos reports
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Ask for a quote
Send us the address in Worthing, a description and some photos: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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How we price Artex removal
The cost depends on:
- Parking and access charges
- How many samples are needed
- Waste quantity and disposal
- The type of material and its condition
Grouping jobs together can keep costs down, such as testing several materials at once.
Sending photos
The most useful photos are:
- Cracks or breaks
- Any labels or markings, if you can see them safely
- The route in: gates, steps, stairs or the loft hatch
- The parking area
Include any existing survey or test when you ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page; it helps us quote accurately.
Why people call us in Worthing
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, which can make them look newer than they are.
In older properties, we often see:
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Ceilings due for plastering or skimming
- Ceilings due for rewiring or new downlights
- Loft conversions and extensions
If you’re refurbishing a rental near West Worthing station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
What to look for in a quote
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- For licensed work, a valid HSE licence
- Whether VAT is included
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
Doing it yourself?
Asbestos waste cannot go in household bins, recycling or skips. It must go to a permitted site; check with your council about small amounts.
HSE’s advice to the public is not to try to repair or remove asbestos yourself. Licensed materials are strictly for licensed contractors.
Materials, one by one
Ceiling roses and cornices
Roses and cornices may be coated.
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Asbestos waste double-bagged or wrapped and taken to a permitted site