Properties in Peacehaven
Peacehaven is a clifftop town east of Brighton, laid out on a distinctive grid pattern. The housing includes a high proportion of bungalows — both inter-war and post-war — along with semi-detached houses and some modern developments. Construction is predominantly cavity-wall brick with rendered or pebbledash finishes. The exposed clifftop location, with the South Downs to the north and the English Channel to the south, means properties face weather from all directions.
Common Damp Issues in Peacehaven
Penetrating damp from cracked render and pebbledash is the most common issue in Peacehaven. The exposed location accelerates weather damage to external finishes, and many properties have had multiple layers of render applied over the decades, each one potentially trapping moisture and creating adhesion failures.
Condensation is prevalent, particularly in the bungalows where loft spaces with inadequate ventilation create cold roof surfaces that attract condensation. We see a lot of mould growth in bedrooms and bathrooms. Rising damp affects some of the older bungalows where ground levels have built up against external walls over time.
Our Experience in Peacehaven
Peacehaven sits on the Greenwich Meridian, marked by a monument on the clifftop. The town has a strong community identity with its own shops, schools, and leisure facilities. The housing stock offers excellent value compared to Brighton, and we serve the area regularly with both damp surveys and treatment work. Many Peacehaven homeowners are retirees who want to maintain their properties to a high standard.
Our Services in Peacehaven
We provide the full range of damp proofing and timber preservation services in Peacehaven 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.