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29 July 2026 Water Damage: What to Do in the First 48 Hours What you do in the first two days after water damage can make a big difference to the damage, the… Read more 26 July 2026 Positive Input Ventilation: Is It Right for Your Home? PIV units are one of the most effective ways to reduce condensation throughout a home. Here is how they work… Read more 23 July 2026 Damp Proofing Cost: What Affects the Price of a Damp Proof Course? The price of damp proofing depends far more on the cause and the amount of replastering than on the damp… Read more 20 July 2026 Cavity Wall Tie Failure in 1920s and 1930s Homes Horizontal cracks every few courses of brickwork can be a sign of corroding wall ties, a common problem in interwar… Read more 17 July 2026 Basement Conversion Cost: What Affects the Price? Every basement is different, so prices vary widely. These are the factors that make the biggest difference to what a… Read more 14 July 2026 Woodworm in Summer: What the Holes Really Mean Summer is when woodworm beetles emerge. Here is how to tell whether those small round holes are active, and whether… Read more 11 July 2026 Penetrating Damp After Summer Storms: What to Check A damp patch that appears after a downpour is usually penetrating damp from a defect outside. These are the first… Read more 8 July 2026 Black Mould Treatment: Why Bleach Is Not Enough Wiping mould off the wall makes it look better for a while, but it nearly always comes back. Here is… Read more 5 July 2026 What Happens During a Damp Survey? A Step-by-Step Guide Booked a damp survey and wondering what to expect? Here is what our surveyors check, the equipment they use and… Read more 2 July 2026 Dry Rot or Wet Rot? How to Tell the Difference Both destroy timber, but dry rot and wet rot behave very differently and need different treatment. Here is how to… Read more 7 January 2026 Why Flats Get More Condensation in Winter (Especially in London) Key Takeaways: Condensation is a common winter issue for London flat owners, caused by trapped humidity, poor ventilation and indoor… Read more 31 December 2025 Should I Buy a House With Damp in Winter? Key Takeaways: Buying a house in winter helps reveal damp issues early. While damp can nearly always be treated, it’s… 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 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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