Damp, mould & leak services in Worthing
Worthing's housing stock spans Victorian and Edwardian terraces near the seafront, interwar semi-detached properties across Broadwater and Tarring, and post-war council-built estates in Durrington and Findon Valley. The town's coastal position, ageing solid-wall construction, and high rainfall exposure create persistent conditions for damp ingress, condensation, and concealed leaks throughout the borough.
Leak Detection
Trace hidden water leaks without damage using thermal, acoustic and tracer-gas methods. Leak detection →
Damp Investigation
Identify rising damp, penetrating damp and condensation, and tell them apart properly. Damp investigation →
Mould Inspection
Find the moisture source feeding the mould, not just treat the surface. Mould inspection →
Structural Drying
Dry out walls, floors and voids after a leak or flood, monitored to completion. Structural drying →
Areas of Worthing we cover
We survey properties right across Worthing and its neighbourhoods, including:
- Broadwater
- Goring-by-Sea
- Durrington
- Findon Valley
- High Salvington
- West Worthing
- East Worthing
- Tarring
- Salvington
- Heene
- Offington
- Lancing
- Shoreham-by-Sea
Common damp problems in Worthing homes
Penetrating Damp in Seafront and Heene Terraces
Victorian and Edwardian terraces in Heene and along the seafront were built with solid brick walls that offer little resistance to wind-driven rain. Worthing's exposed coastal aspect means these properties face relentless moisture penetration through failed pointing, cracked render, and deteriorated bay window junctions, leading to damp patches on internal walls that are frequently misdiagnosed as condensation.
Condensation and Mould in Interwar Semis Across Broadwater and Tarring
The large stock of 1920s and 1930s semi-detached homes in Broadwater and Tarring typically features cavity walls that have been poorly retrofitted with insulation, disrupting moisture movement and trapping humidity. Combined with original steel-framed windows that have limited thermal performance, these properties suffer persistent condensation on cold surfaces, encouraging black mould growth in bedrooms and bathroom ceilings.
Hidden Leaks in Post-War Flat Conversions and Goring-by-Sea Bungalows
Goring-by-Sea contains a high density of bungalows and converted flats dating from the 1950s through to the 1970s. Flat or low-pitched roofs on these properties age poorly, and internal plumbing concealed within solid floors frequently develops slow leaks that go undetected for months. Residents often notice staining or lifting floor coverings long after structural timbers and subfloor materials have been compromised.
What our customers say
Very professional and organised I must say came out and completed the work very efficiently customer service was excellent. Definitely recommend this damp and mould service to anyone looking for a job done correctly. :)
Joeie Rouse, via Google
I have been dealing with damp and mould for years but these guys were able to come in and resolve the problem quickly and professionally. Their prices were fair and reasonable and they got the job done clean. 10/10 would use again and would recommend.
Thersa Waron Eurmind, via Google
Very helpful and professional, easy to communicate with about my mould issues and I received fast responses from the company on the best solutions for me. would recommend to all friends and family. 5/5
Jensen B, via Google
Book a survey in Worthing
Call 020 3051 8478 or request a survey online. We work with homeowners, landlords and property managers across Worthing. Works are on a 50% upfront, 50% on completion basis.