Properties in Whitehawk
Whitehawk is an estate on the eastern edge of Brighton, sitting in a valley between the racecourse and the Marina. The housing is predominantly post-war council-built — a mix of houses, maisonettes, and low-rise flats constructed from the 1930s through the 1960s. Construction types vary, including traditional brick cavity walls and some non-standard construction methods. Many properties have concrete floors and flat or low-pitched roofs.
Common Damp Issues in Whitehawk
Condensation and mould are by far the most common issues in Whitehawk, driven by a combination of construction characteristics and occupancy patterns. Many properties have solid concrete floors that act as cold bridges, limited insulation, and inadequate mechanical ventilation — particularly in kitchens and bathrooms. High occupancy levels and the practice of drying clothes indoors generate significant moisture loads.
We also treat penetrating damp from flat roof failures, cracked render, and deteriorating window seals. In some of the older properties, we find rising damp where the original DPC has been compromised or where external ground levels have been raised.
Our Experience in Whitehawk
Whitehawk has undergone significant regeneration, with investment in new housing and community facilities. We work with both homeowners and housing associations in the area, providing damp surveys and treatments that improve living conditions and protect the building fabric. Our approach focuses on practical, cost-effective solutions — often a combination of improved ventilation, targeted insulation, and repair of water ingress points delivers excellent results without the need for extensive structural work.
Our Services in Whitehawk
We provide the full range of damp proofing and timber preservation services in Whitehawk 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.