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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).
Structural Waterproofing in Chertsey
If you’re thinking about extending your home or carrying out a basement conversion, you need to check the structural waterproofing measures are in place first. For the past 50 years, we have been helping Chertsey residents with their structural waterproofing needs, helping to protect properties and investments.
We use the latest tools and techniques to identify the risk factors present in your home that could lead to issues with water ingress. This includes rising damp, penetrating damp and excess condensation from everyday activities. If your home is at risk, we’ll identify the problem and help to put things right, so you can have peace of mind that your home will remain comfortable and dry, all year round.
What is structural waterproofing?
This is simply a term that refers to the process of protecting a structure against water ingress. Building materials and moisture don’t mix well, which is why modern building techniques aim to keep moisture out of your home. This includes methods such as building with a cavity wall and using a damp proof course to prevent rising damp.
These measures are often implemented during construction, but they are known to fail over time. With basement or cellar spaces, it’s also possible that your space lacks any kind of waterproofing measures. We can help to fix this. Thankfully, all measures can be retrofitted in your home, so you don’t have to worry about deep excavations.
Our expert damp proofing team will take the stress out of the structural waterproofing process and keep you informed every step of the way. Following a damp survey, we’ll deliver our recommendations for how to safeguard your home now and in the future.
What are the benefits of structural waterproofing?
There are many benefits to structural waterproofing, so much so that it’s usually considered to be a requirement rather than simply a recommendation. Water ingress can cause extensive damage in your home, so it’s vital to be aware of the risks. Waterproofing measures are known to fail over time, so being aware of the early signs of dampness will help to protect your home.
Safeguarding against dampness will also help to make your home more comfortable. A damp home is more difficult to heat, which can send your energy bills skyrocketing. A damp home is also likely to be musty, which can impact the air quality. Mould is also a risk with a damp home, and this could quickly become a health hazard to residents.
