Specialist remedial building contractors fixing the things general builders shouldn't touch, with a survey-led diagnosis behind every recommendation.
A cavity wall is two walls in one: a brick outer leaf, a gap, and an inner leaf, tied together across the cavity. Each of our remedies works on a different part of it.
Section through a cavity wall, not to scale
We diagnose the cause of the failure first: moisture path, mortar mismatch, corroded wall ties, carbonation in concrete. Then we specify the right system. No defaulting to whatever's on the van.
Salt air and driving sea winds accelerate mortar decay along the Eastbourne seafront. We carry out lime repointing to conservation standards in Old Town, Meads and the seafront conservation areas, and prepare specification sheets for Eastbourne Borough Council's conservation team.
Chaplin Remedial is the sister company of Chaplin Building & Repointing, run by Lee Chaplin and the same team.
How a job runs
Free, no obligation
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Tell us about the property and the cracking, damp or failed joints you are seeing.
Step 2: Survey & Assessment
A proper site survey to find the cause of the failure before anything is specified.
Step 3: Detailed Quotation
A free, fixed, written and itemised quote, with no hidden costs or obligation.
Step 4: Project Delivery
The right system for the wall, as specified after the survey.
Step 5: Aftercare & Guarantee
All workmanship is guaranteed in writing.
Replacing what holds a wall together, clearing out what is making it damp, and stitching what has cracked.
Replacement of corroded ties with corrosion-resistant stainless steel ties to restore stability, wind resistance and thermal performance.
Wall ties hold the outer brick leaf to the inner leaf across the cavity. Every project starts with a proper site survey, so we confirm corroded ties are the cause before specifying replacements.
Signs we look for
Safe, professional extraction of failed cavity wall insulation to resolve damp, mould, cold spots and condensation.
We remove blown mineral fibre, polystyrene bead or urea formaldehyde foam. We drill a controlled pattern of small access holes, then use industrial vacuum extraction to remove failed or damp insulation from the cavity.
The wall is cleared, inspected with a borescope, and holes are made good to match the existing masonry.
Signs it has failed
Discreet helical stainless steel reinforcement bars that bond cracked masonry, prevent further movement and restore structural integrity.
We diagnose the cause of the movement first, then specify the stitching the wall needs.
Signs we look for
Breathable masonry protection cream that repels water for up to 25 years while keeping walls dry, warm and looking natural.
How it goes on
Manufacturer documents
Lime mortar comes in many forms. It's not a one-size-fits-all material, and the same is true of the sand used in the mix. NHL lime for older walls, cement for modern cavities.
Traditional breathable, flexible and porous lime mortar repointing, ideal for period and heritage properties that need to breathe naturally.
Quick-setting, durable cement mortar repointing for modern brickwork: a strong, cost-effective solution for everyday masonry, suited to most properties built from the early 20th century onwards.
Cleaner, safer repointing using professional dust extraction systems, protecting your property, your health, and delivering a higher-quality finish. We use professional dust extraction systems as standard during our repointing work.
Professional cleaning to safely lift dirt, staining, biological growth and pollutants, restoring brickwork to its original condition.
4.6 from 19 reviews on Google, as Chaplin Building & Repointing
“Lee and his team oversaw the repointing of a 400m² property in St Leonards-on-Sea and delivered an excellent result. Professional, reliable, and communicative throughout the project. Highly recommended for anyone needing quality building works managed with care and expertise.”
“Lee done a fantastic job repointing the rear elevation of our property. He offered great advice, completed the job when he said he would and left it tidy after. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending Lee or getting Lee back to carry out more work at our property.”
“Great service from start to finish. I contacted Lee about repointing the rear of my property and I am very happy with the result. Quality workmanship and a fair price.”
“From the quote to the job complete Lee was amazing highly reccomend to anyone and your Nan and fantastic price”
“Had some work done with Lee recently and couldn't have asked for a better service would highly recommend!”
Repointing from
£30/m²
For straightforward raking-out and refilling. Scaffolding, brick repairs and wall-tie replacement add to the cost. Everything else is quoted after a survey.
Get a fixed written quoteRepointing is priced per square metre, typically from around £30/m² for straightforward raking-out and refilling. Scaffolding, brick repairs and wall-tie replacement add to the cost. We survey first and give a free, fixed written quote, no estimate games.
We drill a controlled pattern of small access holes, then use industrial vacuum extraction to remove failed or damp insulation from the cavity. The wall is cleared, inspected with a borescope, and holes are made good to match the existing masonry.
Lime mortar comes in many forms; it's not a one-size-fits-all material, and the same is true of the sand used in the mix. As a rule, NHL lime for older walls, cement for modern cavities. Cement suits most properties built from the early 20th century onwards.
Private homeowners, landlords, managing agents, housing associations, conservation officers and main contractors.
£1 million public liability
Insurance certificates are available on request before work begins.
Guaranteed in writing
All workmanship is guaranteed in writing.
RAMS for every project
Risk assessments and method statements prepared before we start.
CSCS cards
Our operatives hold current CSCS cards.
IPAF and PASMA
Working at height competencies, plus first aid and asbestos awareness.
Checkatrade member
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View us on Checkatrade For larger contracts we work across the South East.
Eastbourne
Meads, Old Town, Seafront, Sovereign Harbour, Hampden Park, Roselands, Willingdon
Bexhill
Town centre, Cooden, Sidley, St Leonards boundary
Hastings
Old Town, St Leonards, Warrior Square, Silverhill
Hailsham
Town centre, Hellingly, Horsebridge, Upper Dicker
Seaford
Town centre, Blatchington, Bishopstone, East Blatchington
Newhaven
Town centre, Meeching, The Heights, Elphick Road area
Brighton
Kemptown, Brunswick, Hove, Preston Park
Opening hours
Tell Lee what you're seeing and where the property is. You'll get a proper survey and a free, fixed, itemised written quote.
Survey request