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Damp Survey Brighton: Damp, Mould and Water Damage Assessment

The Assessment (what many people call a damp survey) is one non-destructive visit that finds the cause of damp, mould or a hidden leak across Brighton and the surrounding area, with a clear, insurance-ready report.

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Quick answer: If you have damp, mould or a suspected water leak at a property in Brighton, your first visit is a Damp, Mould and Water Damage Assessment. Our specialists carry out a non-destructive investigation to find the root cause, then give you a written report with photographs and a clear plan to fix it. Your report follows within 3 to 5 working days of the visit. We confirm the price on a written quote once we understand the problem. Call 020 3051 8478.

Damp, mould & leak services in Brighton

Brighton's housing stock is dominated by Regency and Victorian terraces, converted seafront townhouses, purpose-built Edwardian flats and post-war council estates. Many properties have been subdivided into flats over the decades, leaving ageing shared drainage systems, inadequate ventilation and original solid brick walls highly vulnerable to penetrating damp, rising damp and condensation-related mould growth.

Leak Detection

Trace hidden water leaks without damage using thermal, acoustic and tracer-gas methods. Leak detection →

Damp, Mould and Water Damage Assessment

One visit that finds the cause of damp, mould or water damage, and tells rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation apart. About the Assessment →

Mould Treatment

Treat black mould and deal with the moisture source behind it, so it does not keep coming back. Mould treatment →

Structural Drying

Dry out walls, floors and voids after a leak or flood, monitored to completion. Structural drying →

Areas of Brighton we cover

We visit properties right across Brighton and its neighbourhoods, including:

Common damp problems in Brighton homes

Penetrating Damp in Seafront and Coastal Terraces

Brighton's proximity to the English Channel means properties in areas such as Kemp Town, Brunswick Town and the seafront terraces face persistent salt-laden wind-driven rain. Original lime render on Regency and Victorian elevations deteriorates over time, allowing moisture to penetrate solid brick walls directly. This frequently presents as damp patches on internal walls, peeling decorations and eventually mould growth that worsens through autumn and winter.

Condensation Mould in Converted Victorian Flats

Large Victorian townhouses across Hanover, Seven Dials and Fiveways have commonly been converted into multiple flats, often with poorly ventilated bathrooms and kitchens, single-glazed sash windows and inadequate extract fans. Warm moist air produced by cooking and bathing has nowhere to escape, condensing on cold external walls and window reveals. Black mould growth in these circumstances is extremely common and frequently misidentified by occupants as rising damp.

Hidden Leaks in Post-War and Council-Built Properties

Post-war estates in Moulsecoomb, Whitehawk and Hollingdean contain a significant number of properties with ageing flat roofs, shared internal pipework chases and original cast iron guttering. Slow leaks from roof membranes, failed soil pipe joints and deteriorating rainwater goods can remain concealed within floor voids and wall cavities for extended periods, only becoming apparent once widespread timber decay or significant plasterwork staining has already occurred.

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Tip: If a damp patch keeps coming back after redecorating, it is almost always a symptom, not the problem. An assessment that finds the source first saves paying for the same repair twice.

Request an Assessment in Brighton

Call 020 3051 8478 or send us your details and we will agree a date with you. We work with homeowners, landlords and property managers across Brighton.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Damp, Mould and Water Damage Assessment in Brighton cost?
We confirm the price on a written quote once we understand the problem. Your first visit is a Damp, Mould and Water Damage Assessment, which includes the non-destructive investigation and an insurance-ready written report with photographs. If leak detection is needed, we quote for it separately before any work starts.
Do you cover the whole of Brighton?
Yes. We visit properties across Brighton and the surrounding neighbourhoods and postcodes.
Can you tell the difference between condensation, rising and penetrating damp?
Yes, and it matters because the fix differs for each. Our assessment identifies which type you have using moisture readings and thermal imaging.
Do you provide reports for insurance claims?
Yes. Every assessment comes with a clear written report including the cause, photographic evidence and recommendations, formatted for insurers and managing agents. Your report follows within 3 to 5 working days of the visit.

More help in Brighton

Leak detection

Trace a hidden water leak in Brighton using thermal, acoustic and tracer gas methods, with minimal damage. Leak detection in Brighton →

Structural drying

Dry walls, floors and voids in Brighton after a leak or flood, monitored to completion. Structural drying in Brighton →

Mould removal

Treat black mould in your Brighton property and fix the moisture source behind it. Mould removal in Brighton →

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