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
Comprehensive damp and timber surveys carried out by qualified PCA-accredited surveyors across Sussex.
Rising Damp Treatment
Specialist rising damp treatment including chemical DPC injection, replastering, and long-term guarantees.
Penetrating Damp Repairs
Diagnosis and repair of penetrating damp caused by defective rainwater goods, failed pointing, and cracked render.
Condensation & Mould Solutions
Effective condensation control and mould remediation through ventilation, insulation, and lifestyle advice.
Timber Treatment
Woodworm eradication, dry rot repair, and wet rot treatment by qualified timber preservation specialists.
Basement Waterproofing
Tanking, cavity drain membranes, and sump pump systems to create dry, usable basement and cellar spaces.
Wall Insulation
Internal and external wall insulation to reduce heat loss, eliminate cold bridging, and prevent condensation.
Rendering
Lime rendering, cement rendering, and silicone render systems to protect and transform external walls.