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Why you should carry out property repairs prior to selling.   If you are planning to sell your property are you going to carry out any repairs before you put… Read more Wandsworth, London SW18. Dry-Rot treatment/restoration completed by Tapco HomeDry   An extensive attack of Dry Rot fungus (Serpula lacrymans) affecting two of the three apartments in Wandsworth, London SW18,… Read more London damp proofing. Choosing a company you can trust.   How do you choose a damp proofing company you can trust to stop rising damp When choosing a damp… Read more Problem with damp, wood rotting and damaged plaster?   The most common cause of damage to any property is Damp. There are four major causes of damp, Rain… Read more Woodworm treatment in London-Surrey-Home Counties   If thoroughly inspected it is likely the majority of older properties will be found to have some evidence of… Read more Woodworm treatment in London-Surrey-The Home Counties   If thoroughly inspected the majority of older properties will be found to have some evidence of ‘woodworm; but is… Read more Free timber and damp surveys   The majority of reputable damp proofing companies make a nominal charge for carrying out timber and damp surveys whilst… Read more Blocked or leaking drains London. A danger to your property and health   Your drains are out of site out of mind but not when carrying out a Tapco HomeDry CCTV survey.… Read more Pre Purchase property surveys London-Surrey   Tapco HomeDry carry out surveys on many of the property defects sometimes found by the building society or structural… Read more Dry Rot treatment in Kensington W14 a disaster   Tapco HomeDry are just completing what turned out to be a very big Dry Rot restoration job for us… Read more Damp Proofing London-Surrey. Things you should know!   Carrying out damp proofing works can be disruptive, noisy and dusty but our fully experienced Tapco HomeDry operative are… Read more Property in Fulham SW6 still has damp claims ‘damp proofing expert’   Tapco HomeDry were recently instructed to carry out a damp survey on a basement flat in Fulham, London SW6.… 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 certifications reflect our commitment to the highest standards of work and quality.

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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.

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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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