Category: Damp Proofing

What is The Best Way to Deal with Damp? When you discover signs of damp in your home, you can have a bit of a panic. After all, we… Read more Rising Damp – Simply Explained There are a few problems that homeowners and property owners don’t want an expert to tell that they have.  One… Read more Tenant or Landlord – Who is Responsible for That Mould? Whether you own the property and rent it out or live in the property and rent it from the landlord,… Read more What Damp Can Do to the Structure of Your Home Damp is the most common problem to affect properties, especially older ones where the damp proofing isn’t to the modern… Read more Damp Issues When Selling/Buying a Property When you are buying a new property or looking to sell one, there a lot of elements to consider, ranging… Read more Your Health – How Can Damp Have an Impact? Damp and its many related conditions can cause a lot of damage to your home but more importantly it can… Read more Damp Proof Course, Just What Is It? A damp proof course is a crucial part of protecting your home from the damage caused by groundwater rising up… Read more The importance of damp proofing properly WHY USE A SPECIALIST? . You wouldn’t employ a plumber to build your new wardrobes or a carpenter to install… 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

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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.

Map of London and the Home Counties we cover

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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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