Combination waterproofing is a construction strategy that does exactly what it says on the tin: it combines a number of waterproofing systems to more effectively protect a structure from water ingress and subsequent damage. It’s frequently seen in sub-level constructions, such as basements, tunnels, lift pits, and retaining walls. It’s also a good method of […]
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Flooding is a consistent issue for many of the UK’s property owners. With the effects of global warming clearly being felt, we’re seeing a higher average rainfall year on year. This can be a big issue in certain areas of the country, one of them being London. Flood risk varies significantly by property type, location,
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Why Is Flooding a Structural Risk in London? With its unique soil composition and its proximity to major water systems like the River Thames, it’s no surprise that London is a hot spot for flooding. It’s not just the risk of overflowing rivers, though: High groundwater and surface water levels provide the catalyst for a
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Finding damp in any part of a property you own is never going to be happy news. That goes doubly so for a cellar, as these below-ground spaces can often promise so much in the way of potential, but a lingering damp problem can scuttle all of your plans thanks to the lack of ventilation
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Your basement should be a space you can maximise the potential of, so discovering that it’s giving off a musty smell is always going to be a nasty surprise – one that might turn you off from actually using your basement. So, if you have noticed a musty smell in your basement how can you
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Tanking a cellar is a popular, quick, and relatively easy way to add a layer of waterproof protection to any below-ground space. For many though, tanking a cellar could be a potentially complex and difficult task to take in hand. You have to consider the size of the basement, the materials being used, and of
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When it comes to selling your home, you are going to have plenty of questions about how your time in the property might have affected the resale value. Lots of people know about the positive impact an extension can have, or how boarding a loft (for example) might improve your properties value, but what about
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Owning a property can bring with it a whole host of different problems that you, as the owner, will have to face and mitigate on a daily basis. One of the most common problems that properties with a below ground space can face is consistent leaks or flooding. This can be true in properties of
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If you own a basement then you are probably already aware of the ever present threat of flooding, and the steps that you have to take as the property owner to keep your basement dry. To some, basement waterproofing is something that must be arranged and installed, especially if the property is older and hasn’t
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When it comes to property care, there are plenty who might find the idea of a basement off putting or potentially stressful. That’s because there is a high risk of flooding in a basement – even if it isn’t situated anywhere near a river or canal. In these situations where a basement is leaking and
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