Flooding in London is a serious issue for both existing and new properties. Both surface water and groundwater are having a heavy impact on the city, with homes in areas such as Walthamstow, Chiswick, Hammersmith, Fulham, Southwark and Wandsworth being most affected. Heavy rainfall, rising groundwater levels and deep excavations for new developments have all affected the level and course of water in the ground, causing many previously dry basements to flood unexpectedly.
When it comes to waterproofing your basement, you need to be sure the right systems is designed and installed, taking into account any aspect of your property or location that could affect the reliability of the waterproofing. Always consult with a qualified waterproofing specialist (CSSW) who will ensure a robust design and installation, backed up with a 10 year guarantee for your peace of mind.
At London Waterproofing Solutions, we have seen many failures of waterproofing systems due to poor design, incorrect product selection and bad workmanship. These are costly failures leading to a lot of disruption for those affected whilst remedial works are carried out, not to mention the loss or damage to possessions. As a specialist contractor, we carry Professional Indemnity insurance to protect you against any design issues as well as additional Product Liability insurance to cover the actual installation.
Getting the right system requires expert knowledge, CSSW qualified surveyors, and consideration of your individual property. We work on all types of properties, from new build design and install, to small domestic basements and pavement vaults. This gives us a wealth of knowledge to call on when designing waterproofing systems, particularly where there are construction difficulties to overcome. One waterproofing system doesn’t fit all, so we will work with you to ensure the right solution. Contact us to book a survey to find the best basement flood prevention solution for your London property.
All of our surveyors are CSSW qualified and our design and installations are in accordance with the requirements of BS8102:2022 (code of practice for protection of below ground structures from water ingress). This standard was updated in 2022, so you can be sure any system proposed is in line with the latest requirements.
A well-designed waterproofing system will only work if it is installed correctly. We pride ourselves on the quality of our installations and keep our technicians up-to-date with the latest practices. Our lead technicians have all achieved NVQ level II diploma’s in structural waterproofing and PCA qualified technician status. Our work is guaranteed for 10 years, with the option to have this underwritten by GPI.
With the risk of flooding in London homes, we know that quality is of the utmost importance. As full members of the PCA (Property Care Association), you can rest assured that the service you receive is of the highest standard. We are proud winners of commendations from the PCA at their annual awards 2017, 2018 & 2022, for customer service, project of the year and employee of the year. As a PCA member, we are audited by them regularly to ensure our commitment to quality. Further information on the benefits of using a PCA member can be found on their website.
We are a family run business with over 80 years combined experience in this industry and our client base includes architects, developers and private residential, so no matter how small or large your project is, we can help.