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Damp Walls Why do you have damp walls?               If you have a damp wall that… Read more Is there such a thing as a Free Damp Survey? FREE DAMP SURVEY? If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. We all know that very little… Read more Brighton Damp Proofing Disaster Brighton Client’s second time of damp proofing her basement     Following instructions from a very upset and worried client,… Read more Helping Shooting Star Chase. Well done Great Britain’s Athletes     Tapco HomeDry are pleased to have helped the Children’s Hospice, Shooting Star Chase,… Read more BUYING OR SELLING A DAMP PROPERTY What to do about damp when you are buying or selling a property   Buying or selling a property can… Read more COMMERCIAL DAMP PROOFING FOR LONDON’S MAIN CONTRACTORS. We are the damp proofing company for commercial properties. Shops, Stores, Restaurants, Offices, Hospitals and Public Buildings     If… Read more Working with London’s Managing Agents Damp Proofing for Managing Agents, Housing Associations & Landlords   Tapco HomeDry have been carrying out surveys and property restoration… Read more The Advantages of a basement conversion Creating your favourite room     The advantages of making use of any wasted space you may have in your… Read more Water Damage Repair What do you do when the ceiling falls down?     You will probably panic! Imagine your ceiling is sagging… Read more Treating Woodworm in London & Surrey. We have been treating and eradicating Woodworm in London, Surrey and the Home Counties for over 46 years.    … Read more Cracked Bricks Repair & Wall Tie Installation. If a wall is cracked it means it’s moved     If you own a property and have noticed cracks… Read more PRE-PURCHASE PCA DAMP AND TIMBER SURVEY. Buying an older property without having a damp and timber survey shouldn’t be considered   London standing proudly on the… Read more

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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.

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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.

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