Important reasons for tanking the basement in your London property

Properties that have a basement provide lots of possibilities to a homeowner. Many in the past might have been used for storage, but with the high demand for space in London, there are lots of ways in which it can be utilised. Those who decide that they wish to work from home can convert it into a workshop, or maybe a private office if it has a separate entrance down the steps at the front of the building. If it has, why not convert it into a flat that can be rented out to bring in additional income?

All these ideas are good ones, but it is important to remember that basements may require rising damp treatment before any plans are carried out. Older buildings in London are prone to such conditions owing to the high-water levels below ground and should be thoroughly checked out at the first signs of any damp, which can include a tide mark and discolouring on a wall. The solution is often tanking the basement to ensure that damp no longer becomes an issue. Here are the reasons to act.

• Climate change continues to become a concern as higher levels of rainfall lead to increased chances of flooding. If damp penetrates the building and gets into its foundations, it can cause structural damage, which is not only dangerous but can be expensive to put right. Therefore, waterproofing it makes a lot of sense so that any possessions in the basement are protected and can be stored down there with confidence.
• Basement tanking is one solution. Here at London Damp Proofing, we are just a phone call away if you have any concerns and will arrange for a visit to carry out a rapid diagnosis to put your mind at rest. Suddenly, adding an extra living space to the property becomes a possibility which might be converted into a games room, or that man’s cave that’s always been dreamed about to relax in and invite friends to spend time in.
• The spiralling cost of living is linked to energy bills, which continually go through the roof. Any rest bite to finances is always welcome, which becomes a possibility once the basement is properly waterproofed. Damp often creates gaps in a building, sometimes because the property is showing signs of ageing. Those who have work carried out will see that the repairs will keep heat inside the home rather than escaping, which then lowers the price of the bills.
• Our team of experts might arrive with a basement tanking kit as well as their high-tech equipment to do a guaranteed job. This will ensure that the property is protected against damp and will also increase its value, which makes the work an excellent investment, especially for those who may be looking to sell and be able to ask the maximum price.

Basement tanking is a great way to protect against damp and structural damage. Our team, who can be contacted on 020 7593 8030, are waiting to assist you.