Properties in Portslade
Portslade straddles the boundary between Hove and Shoreham, with a mix of Victorian terraces in the old village, inter-war council housing, post-war developments, and modern builds. Portslade Village around the old church has some of the oldest properties — flint and brick cottages and terraces dating from the 19th century. The surrounding estates include 1930s semis, 1950s-60s housing, and recent developments near the harbour.
Common Damp Issues in Portslade
The diversity of housing in Portslade means we treat the full range of damp issues. Rising damp in the Victorian terraces, penetrating damp in the inter-war housing, condensation and mould in the post-war flats, and water ingress in the modern developments — each property type has its own characteristic problems and requires a tailored approach.
The low-lying areas near the harbour and the River Adur can experience elevated ground moisture levels, which increases the risk of rising damp and sub-floor dampness in older properties without effective DPCs.
Our Experience in Portslade
Portslade is one of the more affordable areas within the Brighton & Hove city boundary, with a strong sense of community. We provide competitive pricing for damp treatment in Portslade and work with both homeowners and landlords. The area's mix of property ages and types means our surveyors need to be versatile, and our broad experience across all construction types means we can diagnose and treat effectively whatever the property.
Recent Damp Work Near Portslade
A few of the jobs we have completed in Portslade and the surrounding area.
What Portslade Customers Say
Excellent service from start to finish. The surveyor was thorough and explained everything clearly. The rising damp treatment was completed on time and the replastering looks perfect. Highly recommend Brighton Damp Proofers to anyone with damp issues.
Had the whole front of our house re-rendered after the old cement render was trapping moisture and causing damp inside. The new lime render looks fantastic and the internal damp has completely gone. The team were tidy and professional every day.
We commissioned a full damp survey before buying a Regency townhouse in Brunswick. The report identified penetrating damp through the parapet wall and early-stage dry rot in the basement joists — issues the seller's surveyor had completely overlooked. The detail in the report gave us the leverage to renegotiate the purchase price. Invaluable service for any homebuyer.
Our Services in Portslade
We provide the full range of damp proofing and timber preservation services in Portslade and the surrounding area.
Damp Surveys
Professional damp surveys in Brighton, Hove & Sussex by experienced surveyors. Moisture mapping, thermal imaging & detailed reports from £95 plus VAT.
Rising Damp Treatment
Specialist rising damp treatment in Brighton & Sussex. Chemical DPC injection, salt-resistant replastering & 30-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.
Mould Removal & Condensation Control
Professional mould removal & condensation control in Brighton & Sussex. Black mould treatment, ventilation upgrades, insulation improvements & expert diagnosis.
Timber Treatment
Woodworm, dry rot & wet rot treatment in Brighton & Sussex. Experienced timber preservation specialists with 30-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.