Basement Tanking
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.
How Does Basement Tanking In London 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
London Basement Tanking: 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.
Customer Testimonials
Often the skirting boards do not come off intact due to the damp so we usually recommend new skirting. We will leave your property ready for painting and making good, including fitting new skirting boards, but do not offer this service ourselves. We can put you in touch with someone to refit new skirting and to do the painting.
Yes. All our employees have been home vetted and are CRB/DBS check ready.
Our 5 Step Process
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Initial consultation
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Site visit
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No obligation quote
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Work carried out
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Payment
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Damp Survey Costs
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees for our independent, unbiased surveys.
Level 1
What’s included:
- Inspection of walls
- Inspection of floors
- Inspection of ceilings
- Leak inspection of drains and plumbing
- Damp information and prevention guide
Level 2
What’s included:
- Everything in Level 1
- Dry rot inspection
- Wet rot inspection
- Woodworm inspection
- Damp information and prevention guide
Level 3 (Most Popular)
What’s included:
- Everything in Level 1 & Level 2
- Thermal Imaging
- Air humidity testing
- HD boroscope camera
- Brickwork pointing inspection
- DPC inspection
- Ventilation flow test on extractor fans
- 4K drone imagery roof, chimney stack
and guttering inspection - Structural condition inspection
- Damp information and prevention guide
Survey Add Ons
Add On 1
Laboratory analysis Of plaster identifies hygroscopic salts such as chlorides and nitrates. which indicate whether damp is caused by rising groundwater or by plumbing leaks, This testing removes guesswork, allowing the exact source of moisture to be identified so the correct treatment is applied rather than carrying out unnecessary damp-proofing work.
Add On 2
qPCR DNA mould testing detects microscopic mould spores that are invisible during a normal inspection and van remain hidden behind walls, floors. or inside building rkaterials. It identifies the exact mould species present and the contamination level, allowing hidden mould problems to be confirrned and properly treated before they affect the property or occupants’ health.
Qualifications: All our surveyors are PCA and CSRT qualified for remedial treatments and also CSSW qualified for structural waterproofing.
Next day report: You will receive the report within 24 hours of the inspection taking place.
The survey fee will be deducted from the cost of any recommended repairs.
These are the tools we use
A damp meter
A damp meter is a diagnostic tool used to detect and measure moisture levels within building materials such as plaster, brick, timber, and concrete.
Borescope camera
borescope camera is a small inspection camera attached to a flexible semi-rigid cable that allows you to see inside areas that are otherwise inaccessible.
Inspection Drone
A drone is a remotely operated aerial device equipped with a camera that allows visual inspection from above without the need for scaffolding or ladder.
Air Humidity Sensor
Air humidity sensor measures the amount of moisture present in the air, expressed as relative humidity (RH) in percentage. It helps determine whether indoor conditions are contributing to condensation, mould growth, or damp-related issues.
Thermal Imaging Camera
A thermal imaging camera detects temperature differences on surfaces by using infrared technology to produce a heat map image. In damp investigations, it helps identify cold spots, moisture intrusion, insulation defects, thermal bridging and leaks.
Air Flow Ventilation Detector
An air flow ventilation detector measures the movement and volume of air passing through vents, extractor fans, and air bricks. It confirms whether ventilation systems are working properly and achieving adequate air changes within a room. Poor airflow leads to trapped moisture, high humidity, condensation on cold surfaces, and ultimately mould growth.
Mould Swab Test Kit
A mould swab test is carried out to confirm the presence of hidden mould growth and identify the specific species involved. Surface mould is not always visible, especially behind furniture, inside cavities, or within ventilation systems. Laboratory analysis of a swab sample determines whether active mould spores are present and what type they are, which helps assess potential health risks and decide the correct remediation approach rather than relying on visual assumption alone.
Plaster Salt Analysis Lab
Laboratory analysis of plaster is used to identify the type of salts present within the material, typically chlorides and nitrates. The presence and concentration of these salts help determine whether the moisture source is consistent with rising damp, ground contamination, or another forms [sic] of water ingress. such as mains water leak, This removes guesswork and prevents misdiagnosis, ensuring the correct remedial treatment is specified rather than applying unnecessary or ineffective solutions.
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