Who we are
Hollingsworth Building Assessments provides independent reports to help homeowners and landlords understand the true condition of their property — before problems escalate or costly decisions are made.
We assess how homes perform in real life, considering energy efficiency, ventilation, moisture behaviour, and overall building condition. Our approach is evidence-led, non-intrusive, and focused on clear explanation rather than sales.
What we do
We carry out on-site assessments and provide professional written reports that explain findings in plain English, alongside practical, proportionate recommendations.
Our services are suited to:
Homeowners experiencing damp, mould, or comfort issues
Buyers seeking reassurance before renovation or purchase
Landlords seeking independent insight before compliance or upgrade works
Occupiers unsure where problems are coming from
We do not carry out remedial works, allowing us to remain fully independent and impartial.
Professional background
Assessments are carried out by a qualified Domestic Energy Assessor and Retrofit Assessor with specialist training in damp and moisture diagnostics, traditional and older buildings, and housing condition assessment.
This combined background allows assessments to consider how building fabric, ventilation, heating patterns, and occupancy behaviour interact, rather than focusing on a single issue in isolation.
The approach draws on principles from building physics, energy performance assessment, and housing condition inspection, helping clients understand not only what is happening within a property, but why it is occurring and what proportionate action may be appropriate.
All assessments remain independent, evidence-led and non-intrusive, with clear written reports provided to support informed decision-making.
Areas covered
Assessments are primarily carried out across East Sussex and the surrounding South East, including West Sussex, Kent, Surrey and neighbouring counties.
Services can also be provided further afield by arrangement, particularly where specialist investigation or independent reporting is required.
Pricing and availability may vary depending on location, property type and scope of assessment.
Our approach
Every property is different. We consider how building fabric, ventilation, occupancy, and environmental factors interact, rather than relying on assumptions or generic advice.
Where relevant, we reference recognised standards, best-practice guidance, and building-physics principles to support our conclusions, helping clients make informed decisions with confidence.
Professional & local-authority-suitable services
Our independent assessment services are suitable for use by local authorities, housing associations, and managing agents where impartial, evidence-led reporting is required.
Our reporting approach aligns with the types of property condition assessments commonly used by local authorities, housing providers, and managing agents where clear, impartial and evidence-led reporting is required.