Find out whether a basement needs tanking or if it’s just an unnecessary expense. In this article, we’ll delve into the concept of basement tanking to help you make an informed decision for your home.

Basement tanking is a critical aspect of construction and home improvement that plays a vital role in protecting the structural integrity and habitability of a building. This technique involves waterproofing the basement or below-ground spaces to prevent water ingress and moisture-related issues, which can cause significant damage over time. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of basement tanking, the methods used, and its benefits. Importance of Basement Tanking Basements

If you are a homeowner in London and have a basement or plan to convert one into usable space, you must be aware of the challenges posed by potential water ingress and dampness. London’s climate, with its frequent rainfall, combined with the city’s historic architecture, can make basements particularly vulnerable to water-related issues. To combat these problems effectively, many property owners turn to a reliable solution known as “basement tanking.”

This project involved the construction of a new house at Hall Farm in Brentwood. Working with Blackberry Build, we were issued drawings to formulate a robust waterproofing design and installation. As BS8102:2022 states that two forms of waterproofing should be used, we considered the options. Waterproof concrete was considered to have a high-cost impact, therefore we decided to go with a Type A Barrier system and a Type C cavity

Having recently become a full member of the Property Care Association (PCA) we were extremely proud to have received a commendation for outstanding customer service at this years’ awards.

This is the first overseas project we have been involved with and took a lot of careful planning during the design stage. Our lead technician, Jon Barber and project manager, Sam Edwards, traveled to Algiers to carry out the installation and ensure everything went smoothly.

A large development of studio apartments suffered groundwater ingress well into the fit out phase of the project. Working with Delta Membranes, we installed a cavity drain waterproofing system to ensure the area was dry and ready for re-installation of the internal finishes.

We were proud to win this commendation for the Project of the Year category at the 2018 PCA awards. This was given for a challenging overseas waterproofing project at the British Embassy in Algiers.