Complete Damp & Timber Solutions

For Homeowners, Landlords, Businesses & Professionals.

London’s Trusted Damp Proofing Specialists Since 1971

For over 55 years, we have been helping homeowners, landlords, businesses and property professionals protect their properties from damp, rising damp, timber decay and water damage, basement waterproofing to condensation control, structural repairs and timber treatments, our experienced team delivers reliable, long-lasting solutions you can trust.

Whether you’re maintaining your home, managing a property portfolio or purchasing a new property, our specialist surveyors and technicians provide expert advice, professional workmanship and guaranteed treatments tailored to your needs.

Property Care Association member

1971

Established in Thames Ditton

55+

Years of damp & timber expertise

4,000+

Properties visited every year

10

Counties covered across the South East

Our Services

Explore our key services below to see how we can help.

Damp Proofing

Protect your property from rising damp with professional treatments that provide effective, lasting moisture control

Basements

Keep basements dry and protected with damp proofing treatments that prevent moisture, mould and structural damage.

Water Damage

Restore water damaged areas quickly with solutions that minimise disruption and protect your property long term.

Dry Rot Treatment

Stop dry rot spreading with treatment that identifies affected timber, removes decay and restores full integrity.

Condensation Control

Control condensation and reduce mould risks with ventilation and moisture management that improves indoor comfort.

Woodworm & Wet Rot

Protect timber from woodworm and wet rot with treatments that eliminate infestation and prevent further damage.

Cavity Wall Ties

Find and replace corroded wall ties before they cause cracking, bulging or instability in cavity walls.

Property Maintenance

Keep your property in top condition with maintenance services addressing defects, weathering, and essential repairs.

Waterproofing & Tanking

Protect foundations and walls with waterproofing and tanking systems designed to keep moisture out effectively.

Working with a variety of Businesses

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Serving London, Surrey & the Home Counties

From our offices in Thames Ditton and Esher, our surveyors cover London and the surrounding counties, providing fast response times for residential and commercial properties alike.

We regularly work with:

  • Homeowners
  • Landlords
  • Estate agents
  • Property managers
  • Commercial property owners
  • Housing associations
  • Local authorities

Whether your property requires a damp survey, timber inspection or basement waterproofing system, our experienced team is ready to help.

Map of London and the Home Counties we cover

Our Trusted Accreditations

Our certifications reflect our commitment to the highest standards of work and quality.

Property Care AssociationTrustMarkBasement Waterproofing AssociationSafeContractorCHASAccreditation

Why Tapco

Why choose us

Established in 1971

Choosing Tapco HomeDry means choosing a company with a proven history of protecting properties across the South East.

  • Established in 1971
  • Over 55 years of industry experience
  • Thousands of successful property surveys
  • Honest, practical advice
  • Qualified specialist surveys
  • Comprehensive guarantees
  • Trusted by homeowners and commercial clients

We believe every property deserves an individual assessment. That’s why our recommendations are based on what your building genuinely needs, not unnecessary treatments.

FCA Status Disclosure

Tapco (Preservation) Ltd is an Introducer Appointed Representative (Financial Services Register No. 423558) of Phoenix Financial Consultants Limited (Phoenix). Phoenix is a credit broker, not a lender. Phoenix is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 539195), and offers finance from its panel of lenders. All finance subject to status and credit checks.

Finance available on Tapco treatments