Properties in Brighton
Brighton's housing stock is extraordinarily diverse. Georgian townhouses and Regency terraces line the seafront and central streets, many with original lime render, solid walls, and basements prone to water ingress. Behind them, rows of Victorian and Edwardian terraces climb the hillsides of Hanover, Queens Park, and Kemptown — most built with solid brick walls and no cavity, making them particularly vulnerable to both rising and penetrating damp.
Further out, inter-war semis in Patcham and Hollingbury, post-war council estates in Whitehawk and Moulsecoomb, and modern developments along the marina all present their own moisture challenges. Whatever the property type, Brighton's coastal climate — driving rain from the south-west, salt-laden air, and high humidity — means damp is never far away.
Common Damp Issues in Brighton
The most common issues we treat across Brighton are rising damp in Victorian terraces (typically caused by a failed or absent damp-proof course), penetrating damp in seafront and exposed properties where pointing and render have deteriorated, and condensation-driven black mould in flats, HMOs, and student housing where ventilation is poor.
Basement and cellar damp is particularly prevalent in Brighton's central Regency and Georgian properties, many of which have below-ground living spaces that were never designed to be waterproof by modern standards. We also see a significant amount of timber decay — wet rot in window frames and dry rot in sub-floor timbers — especially in properties that have had damp issues left untreated for years.
Our Experience in Brighton
We've been treating damp in Brighton properties for over 40 years. From the seafront terraces near The Lanes and Brighton Pier to the hilltop streets around Brighton Station, we know this city's building stock inside out. Our PCA-certified surveyors understand how Brighton's coastal exposure, chalk bedrock, and older construction methods combine to create unique moisture challenges that generic contractors often misdiagnose.
Our Services in Brighton
We provide the full range of damp proofing and timber preservation services in Brighton and the surrounding area.
Damp Surveys
Professional damp surveys in Brighton, Hove & Sussex by PCA-accredited surveyors. Moisture mapping, thermal imaging & detailed reports from £150.
Rising Damp Treatment
Specialist rising damp treatment in Brighton & Sussex. Chemical DPC injection, salt-resistant replastering & 20-year guarantee.
Penetrating Damp Repairs
Expert penetrating damp repairs in Brighton & Sussex. We fix defective gutters, failed pointing & cracked render to stop water ingress for good.
Condensation & Mould Solutions
Condensation control & black mould removal in Brighton & Sussex. Ventilation upgrades, insulation improvements & expert diagnosis.
Timber Treatment
Woodworm, dry rot & wet rot treatment in Brighton & Sussex. BWPDA-qualified timber preservation specialists with 20-year guarantee.
Basement Waterproofing
Basement waterproofing in Brighton & Sussex. Tanking, cavity drain membranes & sump pump systems to create dry, usable spaces.
Wall Insulation
Wall insulation in Brighton & Sussex. Internal & external insulation to reduce heat loss, eliminate cold bridging & prevent condensation.
Rendering
Rendering services in Brighton & Sussex. Lime, cement & silicone render systems to protect and transform external walls.