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Timber preservation in Littlehampton with pre-purchase surveys

We bring a building pathology background to woodworm and dry rot treatment, as well as pre-purchase timber surveys.

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Why we stand out

15 years diagnosing timber decay

Rely on our extensive background in spotting and treating structural wood damage.

Building pathology-led inspections

We use proven building science to uncover the hidden causes of rot and decay.

Free written quotes available

Receive a transparent, no-obligation cost breakdown for all proposed remediation.

Protect your property's structural timbers 

Effective timber preservation matters when hidden decay starts eating into the strength of your property. We investigate woodworm and dry rot across Surrey, checking the condition of structural timbers and tracing the moisture issues that let damage spread. Early action can stop a small patch of fungal growth turning into major repair work in your roof, floors or joists.

 

Surrey Hills Damp has spent more than 15 years diagnosing these problems, and that experience helps us separate surface signs from the real cause. We carry out thorough damp surveys and condensation control for homes and commercial buildings, giving you clear advice instead of guesswork. That means you can act before timber damage becomes a bigger and more expensive problem.

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What you can expect from our timber preservation service

  • Woodworm inspections and treatment

  • Dry rot investigations and remediation

  • Timber decay assessments

  • Identification of fungal growth causes

  • Moisture source investigation

  • Structural timber protection advice

  • Pre-purchase timber surveys

What we look for during a timber inspection 

Our surveys focus on the extent of decay, the type of infestation, and the conditions feeding it. We check for signs of wood-boring insects, active rot, damp-affected timber, and the moisture sources behind fungal growth. A dry rot problem rarely appears on its own, so we look at ventilation, water ingress, and surrounding building fabric to understand why it has started.

 

That gives you a treatment plan based on evidence rather than assumptions. If you're buying a property, we can carry out a pre-purchase timber check as part of our damp proofing assessment to help you understand the condition before you commit.

Frequently asked questions

Protect your structural joists and floorboards from decay with expert timber preservation

Call our specialists right away to halt spreading fungal rot.

Contact us

88 Timberleys, Littlehampton,

West Sussex, BN17 6QE

Business hours

Monday – Friday: 08:00 – 17:00

Saturday – Sunday: Closed

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SURREY HILLS PLASTERING LIMITED, registered as a limited company in England and Wales under company number: 09228555.   Registered Company Address: 88 Timberleys, Littlehampton, England, BN17 6QE.

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