Tapco HomeDry Damp Proofing in Bletchingley

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Damp Proofing Specialist In Bletchingley

Curious about damp proofing in Bletchingley? Tapco Homedry is a leading provider of damp proofing services in the Bletchingley area. We provide damp reports and damp proofing solutions to help protect residential and commercial properties from the widespread issues associated with moisture ingress, including dry/wet rot, broken wall ties and more.

Don’t delay treatment if you notice the early signs of damp in your home. Damp can quickly cause widespread structural damage and expensive cosmetic damage. Not to mention, damp can make your home difficult to keep warm, making it unpleasant in colder months. And finally, damp can lead to mould which is a hazard to health, particularly for the old and young.

 

Damp proofing in Bletchingley

Damp proofing is an essential part of home construction. It is standard in the construction process and has been since 1875, but this doesn’t mean that measures can’t fail over time. Even if your home has been protected against damp in the past, the average damp proof course is designed to last for around 20-30 years. Damp proofing can also fail prematurely due to installation faults or issues with your building constructions.

If your damp proofing fails, it’s essential to address this with a sense of urgency. We can also assist with damp proofing for extensions and conversions, including basement and cellar conversions. You might think that your below ground space is dry enough and free from damp, but this issue will often become evident once you start using the space. To prevent damage to your furnishings and decor, we recommend basement tanking before utilising the space.

What is damp proofing?

Damp proofing is simply the process of protecting a structure against moisture ingress. This is essential to help maintain a warm and comfortable environment inside, as moisture can make it difficult to keep a space warm. The most common method of damp proofing is to install a damp proof course, which is a chemical injection into your foundations to provide a layer of protection against rising damp.

Another popular method for damp proofing below ground spaces where a damp proof course would not be as effective is called basement tanking. This method involves painting the walls and floors with a waterproofing slurry that cures to create an impermeable barrier to keep moisture out. We can also cover the walls with impermeable barriers that push excess moisture into channels where it can be pumped out of the home.

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Why choose Tapco Homedry in Bletchingley?

We are the local experts in damp proofing in Bletchingley. For over 50 years, we have been helping local residents to get control of damp problems and prevent these issues from returning. We are long-time members of the Property Care Association, we have maintained an Excellent rating on TrustPilot and we are also Safe Contractor approved. Get in touch today to learn more about our services.

Spotting the early signs of damp

Spotting the signs of damp early can help to mitigate some of the damage commonly caused by damp. It’s important to be aware that the signs of damp will commonly appear in hard to reach areas, such as behind furniture where air circulation is poor. As a result, the first sign of damp that you notice might be a musty or earthy odour. If you do notice this in your home, you should look for the following signs:

  • Peeling wallpaper
  • Flaking or bubbling paint
  • Warped or soft floorboards and skirting boards
  • Water marks on walls and ceilings
  • Black mould patches

If you spot any of these signs in your home, don’t delay. Get in touch with our damp proofing team in Bletchingley to arrange your home damp report.

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