Bitumen Slurry
To keep water out of a basement or cellar, it will be necessary to waterproof the concrete foundations. The most common and effective method of concrete waterproofing is to apply a Type C waterproofing solution that includes a bitumen slurry coating, application of damp proofing membrane and a cavity drainage system. In some cases, this will be installed alongside a sump pump to drain away the collected water.
Basement Tanking
Cellar Tanking refers to creating an impenetrable waterproofing system.
This can be done in a number of ways.
It can be done through the application of a waterproof coating directly to the walls, floors and sometimes the ceiling of the basement, whilst on other occasions tanking membranes for basements are used to create the barrier. Whilst this method of waterproofing does not remove water, it creates a barrier, stopping the water and moisture from seeping in. It is often necessary to add a sump pump to remove water that collects beneath the cellar.
Treatments for rising damp
Your home may be suffering from the common problem of rising damp. This occurs where a damp proof course is either not present, has deteriorated over time, or has been damaged or incorrectly installed. A lack of damp damp-proof course allows water to rise from the ground into the lower levels of walls, causing structural damage due to the hygroscopic effect of the salts and dampness in the lower part of the walls.
We can identify and rectify this problem through the use of an injected chemical damp-proof course and a damp-proof render. To underpin our high-quality service, we offer a 20-year DPC injection guarantee as standard.
Basement Construction
Our company provides a thorough basement construction service, catering to those engaged in building a new residence, extending an existing property, or embarking on a commercial project. Drawing from our extensive experience in basement construction, we assure the development of a robust and enduring structure. We will dig out the basement from scratch, or excavate from the crawl space, or build a completely new basement. We will complete the whole structure, leaving you with a complete basement shell, Fully Waterproofed, ready for the fit-out contractors to take over.
Penetrating Damp
Penetrating damp can occur when water from outside penetrates a building structure, manifesting as dampness on the internal wall surfaces and ceilings. If left untreated, it causes more serious problems, such as structural damage to your property. Penetrating damp can be caused by several issues. This may include blocked gutters, or building faults such as holes in roofs, failed or cracked renders, cracks in brickwork, or damaged lead flashing.
Our damp specialists can identify the cause of the issue and carry out remediation measures such as the application of water repellents or sealants, waterproof render, unblocking gutters, or repairing holes in the substrate where water is penetrating.
