Basement Waterproofing London
Damp proof your basement to safeguard all areas of your cellar.
Cellar & Basement Tanking London
Basement tanking adds valuable square footage to any London property by making it damp proof. After damp proofing basements can be used as living space, storage areas, or housing for heating or air-conditioning systems. Whatever its purpose, a basement needs to stay dry to remain usable and safe. When originally built, the cellar should have been contained within an external basement tanking system to keep damp away. However, being underground, the walls will be naturally susceptible to damp and water ingress is a high possibility, especially over time.
As damp specialists we offer a variety of basement tanking options to make any basement waterproof, and to prevent any damp. We can fit a Cavity Drainage Membrane to effectively drain any water away from the basement; sump pumps will move water away from the property and to a storm drain; a cemented multi-coat render acts as a barrier, sealing the basement from the inside walls and preventing any water penetrating. Basement tanking is an effective method of damp proofing your home.
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How Does Basement Tanking Work?
This is a very brief overview of some of our solutions for cellar waterproofing. Following a survey of your property, we will provide a full and thorough report with recommendations for remedial action. The work may include:
- Removing any damp or damaged plaster
- Adding a salt neutraliser to walls to dissolve salts present from damp penetration
- Applying a tanking system (as mentioned above)
- Adding a waterproof sand and cement interior render
- Finishing with a smooth skim coat plaster
There are other options for cellar tanking that could involve:
- Fitting a cavity drainage membrane
- Adding plasterboard or plaster directly over the membrane
Add functional space to your property
If you have a basement or cellar you wish to utilise for whatever purpose, simply call us on 020 8528 3864 ,and we can advise on the best course of action to add valuable, functional space to your property.
Given the nature of the situation, any work we undertake will carry a degree of disturbance to you, but we work with minimum disruption and maximum effect, leaving you with a damp-free cellar and peace of mind with our 30-year watertight guarantee.
Testimonials
Mikey
Paul from the London Damp Specialist was really quick to respond and quote. The work was done in the time promised, to a high standard, and they didn’t make any mess. Would definitely recommend.
Millie
Professionals. Will definitely be using Paul’s services in the future
Adrian
Excellent work from Paul and his team. Quote was fair and work was undertaken fairly soon. They protected the floors and tidied up afterwards with barely any sign of them having been in, impressive considering the scope of work done. Its now 2 months on and no signs of damp, Thanks Paul.
Dave
My walls were waterproofed and plastered with minimum fuss and maximum efficiency. The price was excellent, the appointments were all bang on time, the work was rendered perfectly. All done with perfect politeness and helpfulness. Highly recommended.
Nigel
Plasterer turned up on time and completed the job satisfactorily in two days. Work is now painted and looks great
Lauren
Very happy with the job, straightforward, would highly recommend The London Damp Specialist.
Ben
Came quickly to quote. Was the solution we were looking for (i.e. not a whole house external coat). Came as schedule and tidied up afterwards… Most importantly they fixed the problem!
Sarah
Paul and Carlton did a very good job to insulate the loft. Carlton was very reliable, hard working with attention to details. i would highly recommend the service.
Eamonn
Paul gave a very competitive quote and did some extra work on top. Very pleased with the result. Came and did it in the time he said he would do it, would definitely hire again.
Ruth
Paul did a very good job with our damp wall. He took care of the mess as well, and the result is stellar. Thanks!
Chris
Great experience, Paul attended at less than 24 hours notice to re-render an external wall that had been abandoned by another builder. He did an excellent job quickly. Highly recommended.
Pat
Paul completed the work in good time,was clean and the work was good,I would recommend him very highly.
Hussain
Completed the job to a high standard, cleaned up after he was finished, very tidy and professional tradesman, would definitely recommend and use again should the need arise.
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