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We are long term members of Trust Mark and a member of the BWA. CHAS accredited contractor. In addition, all of our surveyors are trained to the high standards of the PCA (Property Care Association).
Basement Damp Proofing Specialist in Dulwich
We’re the local experts in basement and cellar damp proofing in Dulwich. For the past 50 years, Tapco Homedry has been helping Dulwich residents to take control of their damp problems and eradicate damp from their homes. Damp proofing is an essential step if you have a basement or cellar in your home. Ignoring a damp problem isn’t advised, as it will likely only get worse.
Converting your basement or cellar is an excellent way to maximise the space in your home. It could easily become a second lounge, a guest bedroom, home office, gym or cinema. This will allow you to enjoy more space in your home without having to give up garden space to an extension. It’s also a great way to add value to a property and make it more attractive to buyers.
Basement and cellar damp proofing in Dulwich
Our team offers professional damp proofing services throughout Dulwich. Damp proofing is the first step required before any conversion work can take place in a basement or cellar. Even if you aren’t planning to use the space soon or will only be using it for storage, you can benefit from professional damp proofing. This will help to keep the space free from damp, mould and mildew.
If moisture is left to build up in your basement space, this can lead to structural problems throughout your home, not just in the basement space. It’s vital to identify the source of your damp, as it could also be affecting other parts of your home. Our expert team can carry out a comprehensive survey to determine the cause of your damp problem and then offer recommendations to help put this right.
What damp proofing measures are recommended?
The damp proofing measures required will all depend on the source of the problem. The first step is to ensure the basement or cellar is properly protected from hydrostatic pressure. This is the pressure of water being forced into the basement through the walls and floor from the ground. To prevent this, we need to install an impermeable membrane over the floor and walls and then direct water towards a pump system to remove it from the basement. This method is known as tanking.
If your damp problem is the result of a fault in the building construction, rain water would be getting into the property and collecting in the basement. This typically happens as a result of a cracked roof tile, failed rendering or even leaky gutters. Leaking internal pipes can also lead to damp and mildew developing where it is allowed to accumulate. And finally, condensation from everyday living can also lead to damp build up. This might happen if you have a tumble drier in your cellar or basement.
