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 Byfleet
If you’re thinking about a home extension or basement conversion in Byfleet, you need to ensure your property has the correct structural waterproofing measures in place. Tapco Homedry are the local experts in structural waterproofing in Byfleet. For over 50 years, we have been advising homeowners on the best methods for protecting their properties against water ingress.
We use the latest tools and techniques to identify the risk factors for water ingress and then implement modern measures to ensure your home is not at risk. Our methods are affordable and reliable, so you can move forward with conversion or extension plans with complete confidence that your investment is protected.
What is structural waterproofing?
This is a broad term used to describe a wide range of measures that protect a structure against water ingress. These methods are commonly implemented during construction to help protect the home and keep it warm and dry. It also helps to avoid common structural issues caused by water entering homes.
Even if these measures are implemented during construction, they are known to fail over time. This can lead to widespread issues, not least of which your home will be damp and difficult to heat. Thankfully, if your structural waterproofing measures fail, we can retrofit these measures without having to dig into your foundations.
Whatever the solution, we can guide you every step of the way. Our expert team starts with a damp proofing survey to identify the risk factors present in your home. Next, we will offer our recommendations on the measures that will achieve the best possible outcome.
What are the benefits of structural waterproofing?
This is not so much a recommendation as a requirement. Your home needs to be protected against water ingress or you run the risk of structural damage that could have wide reaching implications. While the initial signs of damp might be purely cosmetic, they will soon present structural problems for your home.
Our structural waterproofing measures will also make your home more pleasant to live in. Damp homes are difficult to heat which can lead to higher energy bills without an increase in comfort levels. Damp can also lead to issues such as mould and mildew growth, which can be a health hazard to residents. In short, structural waterproofing is not a step that you can safely ignore.
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Why choose Tapco Homedry in Byfleet?
We’ve been helping the residents of Byfleet for the past 50 years to help overcome damp proofing problems. Our extensive experience means that we can provide cost-effective and reliable solutions to damp issues, regardless of the cause. We’ll guide you from start to finish, advising you on the best choices for your property and budget. Get in touch today to learn more about structural waterproofing in Byfleet with Tapco Homedry.
The structural waterproofing process explained
We start with a damp proofing survey to understand the source of your damp problem. We can then advise on the best course or action to help address your damp proofing issues. There are many methods for waterproofing a property, including installing a new damp proof course. This is a simple chemical injection into your cavity wall to create an impermeable barrier to moisture. This is an effective method for preventing rising damp.
We might also recommend basement tanking, which is a highly successful method for waterproofing below ground rooms that are subject to the presence of hydrostatic pressure which forces water through the small pores in the brickwork of your basement walls and floor. This is completed by covering the walls and floor with a waterproof membrane to help keep the moisture out.