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29 April 2014 Water damage and damp: Why choosing a professional is your best bet Many people are still struggling to deal with the upheaval that ferocious flooding has caused to their homes. Whether it… Read more 29 April 2014 Black mould and dermatitis: How to spot the signs and diminish the danger Black mould can creep its way into a home and cause serious health problems for its inhabitants. It is one… Read more 13 March 2014 Damp proofing your property so it’s ready to sell   With the wettest start to the year since 1766, it is no surprise to find out that damp is… Read more 11 March 2014 Woodworm treatment and how to keep the beetles at bay Dry rot and woodworm infestations are often simultaneously linked and cause a great deal of structural damage in many properties.… Read more 20 February 2014 The Military are set to combat flood damage   Finally, the army are to start flood defence inspections. An on-going frustration amid those who have found their homes… Read more 20 February 2014 Flood insurance won’t be dealt with swimmingly   The government is ready to go further than the Flood Re scheme, but is your property covered? With the… Read more 4 February 2014 Will a basement conversion add value to my property?   Here at Tapco, we have seen a huge rise in basement conversions in the last 6 months. As the… Read more 28 January 2014 5 things you should know when damp proofing your home   Recent spells of weather in the UK have hit a variety of extremes, and they have led to home… Read more 3 January 2014 Have You Recently been Affected By The Floods in Surrey, Hampshire and Kent?   If your property has been affected by the recent floods in parts of Surrey, Hampshire and Kent, we at… Read more 27 November 2013 What is lateral damp penetration?   Lateral damp penetration is a cause of penetrating damp; when the external ground level is higher than the building… Read more 27 November 2013 What are the most common causes of damp in your house Damp is an issue that can affect just about any home, and can turn out to be a big problem… Read more 30 October 2013 Get rid of damp this winter   During the chilly months running up to Christmas, many of us suffer from colds with symptoms including stuffy noses,… 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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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.

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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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