Tapco HomeDry Structural Waterproofing Experts
We are long term members of Trust Mark and a member of the BWA. CHAS accredited contractor. In addition, all of our surveyors are trained to the high standards of the PCA (Property Care Association).
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Structural Waterproofing in Blindley Heath
Looking for structural waterproofing in Blindley Heath? Tapco Homedry are your local experts in all things structural waterproofing. We can help deliver a wide range of solutions to help protect your home or business from the threat of water ingress. We use the latest methods to suit your property.
We start by identifying the risk factors present in your property and then take steps to neutralise these using the latest structural waterproofing methods. Our damp proofing survey is a great place to start if you aren’t sure about the presence of damp in your home. We can then implement the ideal methods to help safeguard your investment against the damage associated with damp.
What is structural waterproofing?
Structural waterproofing is simply any process that helps to protect a structure against damage from water ingress. Excess moisture is bad news for homes, as it can make them cold, uncomfortable and difficult to heat. Modern homes are designed with structural waterproofing in mind, but these measures are known to fail over time. If you notice signs of damp in your home, it might be time to renew your structural waterproofing measures.
The most common type of structural waterproofing is a damp proof course. This is a chemical injection into your foundations that creates a moisture barrier to help prevent rising damp. For below ground rooms such as basements and cellars, basement tanking would be a more appropriate approach. If you’re concerned about rising bills due to a damp problem in your home, get in touch today to learn how we can help.
What are the benefits of structural waterproofing?
This is not just a recommendation, it’s an essential part of protecting your home. Without these measures in place, your home could be at risk of extensive damage. This damage is not just limited to cosmetic damage, but could also become structural if the moisture reaches things like your cavity wall ties. Dry rot could also lead to damage to the timber in your home.
Structural waterproofing also helps to make your home more pleasant. Damp can lead to a musty smell that impacts the air quality in your home. This can create the ideal conditions for mould to thrive, which can have a negative impact on the health of residents – particularly the young and the old. Another benefit of structural waterproofing is that it can enable you to utilise more space in your home by making it possible to turn your basement into a functional living space.
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Why choose Tapco Homedry in Blindley Heath?
We’ve been helping residents of Blindley Heath with their damp proofing requirements for the past 50 years. We have extensive experience in the sector, so you can rely on us to deliver exceptional results every time. All work is carried out with minimal disruption to you and your neighbours. If you’re thinking about an extension or basement conversion, get in touch to find out how we can help to protect your investment.
The structural waterproofing process
There are many ways to protect a property against water ingress. We start with a damp proofing survey to determine the risk factors. Next, we’ll make recommendations on the best method to help you achieve a watertight property. Thankfully, all methods can be retrofitted to properties with minimal disruption, which means we don’t have to dig into your foundations.
A damp proof course can be replaced and repaired by simply repeating the process. We can also use industry-standard methods to protect below ground rooms such as basements and cellars. This could include basement tanking methods that will help to protect the space against moisture ingress from the floors and walls.