If your cellar or lower ground space feels damp, smells musty or shows visible water ingress, action is needed. Basement moisture rarely improves on its own and can lead to structural deterioration, mould growth and unusable space. Timberwise provides specialist basement waterproofing in Lincoln, delivering robust systems designed to keep below-ground areas dry and protected. Established in 1968 and PCA accredited, we combine technical expertise with long-term guarantees for complete peace of mind.
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We Cover The Following Areas In & Around Lincoln:
- Lincoln
- Aubourn
- Bailgate (Lincoln city centre area)
- Birchwood
- Boultham
- Boultham Moor
- Bracebridge Heath
- Branston
- Cherry Willingham
- Coleby
- Dunholme
- Gainsborough
- Hartsholme
- Heighington
- Horncastle
- Market Rasen
- Metheringham
- Navenby
- Nettleham
- North Hykeham
- Saxilby
- Skellingthorpe
- Skellingthorpe Road areas
- Sleaford
- Sudbrooke
- Thorpe on the Hill
- Waddington
- Washingborough
- Welton
- Woodhall Spa
Can’t find your area? Just call our team to see if we cover you, or check our full list of locations here.
Why Choose Timberwise?
Local, Lincoln-Based Team
Our PCA-qualified surveyors and technicians cover the entirety of Lincoln and its surrounding areas, meaning that we can help no matter where you are located.
Certified Property Care Specialists
We are members of the Property Care Association, and endorsed by Which? Trusted Traders, as well as being members of Checkatrade, and Trustmark.
Long-Term Guarantees
To give long-term peace of mind, all Timberwise damp proofing and timber treatments carry a 20-year guarantee, and completed basement waterproofing installations are backed by a 10-year guarantee.
Proven Results in Lincoln Properties
Whether you live in an older terraced home, a modern loft or basement conversion, or a listed building, our local team of surveyors and technicians can help.
What Our Customers Say
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Basement Tanking and Structural Waterproofing Systems
Where appropriate, we install professional basement tanking systems designed to resist water ingress through walls and floors. Basement tanking in Lincoln may involve:
- Water-resistant slurry applications
- Waterproof membranes
- Integrated floor-to-wall sealing
- Protection of vulnerable structures
These systems form a barrier against moisture and are installed to recognised industry standards.
Basement Drainage Systems in Lincoln
In situations where groundwater pressure is significant, cavity drainage membrane systems may be recommended. Our basement drainage systems are designed to:
- Channel water safely away from internal surfaces
- Incorporate perimeter drainage channels
- Integrate sump and pump systems where required
- Allow future access for maintenance
This approach manages water rather than resisting it, providing reliable, maintainable protection from damp problems.
Type A & Type C Waterproofing Explained
Basement waterproofing systems are classified under BS8102:2022, the British Standard for protecting below-ground structures from water ingress. The two most common systems used in existing properties are Type A and Type C.
Type A (Barrier/Tanking) systems create a physical barrier to hold back water. Cementitious coatings or bonded membranes are applied directly to walls and floors to resist moisture penetration.
Type C (Cavity Drainage) systems manage water rather than block it. A membrane allows moisture to enter a controlled cavity, where it is channelled into drains and safely removed via a sump and pump.
BS 8102 waterproofing regulations require that the chosen system is appropriate for ground conditions and the intended use of the space. At Timberwise, all basement waterproofing in Lincoln is designed with these standards in mind, ensuring compliant, long-term protection.
Damp proofing costs differ depending on the cause and extent of the problem in the property. You will receive a written report following your survey that will include a clear, no-obligation quote for any recommended remedial works.
Whilst we often have same-week availability in Lincoln, it can be dependant on demand. Call 01522 899 291 to speak to us and find the earliest survey appointment that works for you.
The best system depends on ground conditions, construction type and intended use of the space. A professional survey determines whether tanking, drainage membranes or a combined approach is most suitable.
A properly designed system will prevent water ingress through below-ground walls and floors. Any separate damp issues above ground level would require independent assessment.
When correctly specified and installed, basement waterproofing systems provide long-term protection. Ongoing maintenance of drainage components, where installed, helps ensure continued performance.
Yes. Existing basements can be upgraded with either tanking systems or cavity drainage membranes, depending on the nature of water ingress and structural considerations.
Of course – no matter if you are in the dead centre of Lincoln, or outside the city entirely, our team are going to be able to help. We cover the entire Midlands area, so if you need a survey, just get in touch!
Yes. Our team in Lincoln is PCA-qualified, and Timberwise is endorsed by Which? Trusted Traders. For more information on our different qualifications and endorsements, you can visit our accreditations page here.
Of course. Across Lincoln and the Midlands we routinely treat Victorian and Edwardian homes, city-centre flats, commercial properties, modern housing and listed buildings. Our team coordinates access with building management and takes care of parking and permit arrangements where required.
Yes, Timberwise offer guarantees on completed work, with different levels of guarantee applied to different types of work.
Damp proof coursing has a guarantee of 20 years, timber treatments have a guarantee of 20 years, and completed basement waterproofing works have a guarantee of 10 years.
For a full list of Timberwise guarantees, and the relevant terms and conditions, visit our guarantee page here.
Yes, we are ready to work with landlords, estate agents, or anyone within the property chain. We can liase with whoever is in charge of the property to ensure that all works are completed on time whilst minimising disruption for any tenants in the property.
Timberwise Unit 18, Lincoln Enterprise Park, Newark Rd, Aubourn, Lincoln, LN5 9FP
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