Retrofit coordinator in Bexley
Retrofit coordination by a Level 5 qualified Retrofit Coordinator for homes across the London Borough of Bexley, including the interwar suburbs of Bexleyheath, Welling and Sidcup.
Homes in Bexley
Much of the London Borough of Bexley was built between the wars, as suburbs spread out along the new railway lines and roads. Bexleyheath, Welling, Sidcup, Blackfen and parts of Erith are full of 1930s semi-detached and terraced houses: bay windows, hipped tiled roofs, rendered or pebble-dashed upper walls and, in many cases, early cavity walls. Older Victorian terraces are found around Erith, Belvedere and the town centres, and there are post-war estates and newer flats across the borough.
Because so many Bexley homes share a similar basic design, the same questions come up again and again: is the cavity suitable for insulation, how should the bay be treated, and what about the extension and the loft conversion?
What to watch for in Bexley
Early cavity walls are not always suitable for filling. The cavity may be narrow, bridged with mortar or debris, or the outer brickwork may be exposed to wind-driven rain. Some homes already have cavity insulation that has settled or become damp. We look at the wall type, its condition and exposure before recommending anything.
Bay windows, rendered panels and pebble-dash upper floors can hide different construction from the main walls. They are frequent cold spots and need their own approach.
Many Bexley semis have rear extensions, garage conversions and loft rooms added over the years. Each has its own insulation and ventilation needs, and the junctions between them need care.
How we work
Every Bexley project starts with a retrofit assessment: a visit to record how the home is built, its condition, ventilation, heating and how you use it. We then check the condensation and ventilation risk of each possible measure and write a medium-term improvement plan that sets out what to do, in what order and why.
The work is led by Oluwafemi Adeoye, a Level 5 qualified Retrofit Coordinator who also trained as a Retrofit Assessor. Our retrofit coordination is for privately funded projects, so the advice is independent of any installer or product.
Landlords
If you let property in Bexley, the current legal minimum EPC rating for most private lets in England and Wales is E. We can provide a domestic EPC from £75 and help you plan EPC upgrades in a sensible order. Existing damp should always be dealt with first, see our damp and mould reports.
Nearby areas
We also cover nearby Dartford, Thamesmead and Greenwich. See all areas we cover, or call 020 3815 7739 (office) or 07979 145712 (mobile) to check your postcode.
Common questions
Something else? Call 020 3815 7739 (office), 07979 145712 (mobile) or send us a message.
Do you cover all of Bexley?
Yes, including Bexleyheath, Welling, Sidcup, Erith, Belvedere, Crayford, Blackfen and Bexley Village.
Is cavity wall insulation right for my 1930s semi?
It can be, but not always. We check the cavity, the brickwork and how exposed the walls are to rain before recommending it.
I already have cavity insulation and now have damp. Can you help?
Yes. We can look at whether the insulation, the wall condition or something else is causing the problem and what should be done.
How do I book a retrofit assessment in Bexley?
Call 020 3815 7739 (office), 07979 145712 (mobile) or send us a message with your postcode and a short description of the property and what you want to achieve.
Do you install insulation or heat pumps?
No. We assess and plan independently and can review installers’ proposals against your plan.
Ready to talk about retrofit?
Tell us about the property and what you want to achieve. Call 020 3815 7739 (office) or 07979 145712 (mobile) and we’ll give you a clear next step.
More ways we can help
Landlord Certificates
EPC, inventory and damp reports, with EICRs arranged through our partner qualified electricians — one pack.