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    • WORKS COVERED BY A 20-YEAR GUARANTEE
    • TRADING SINCE 1970
    • 98% OF OUR CUSTOMERS WOULD RECOMMEND US
    • NO SUBCONTRACTORS
    • COMMERCIAL & DOMESTIC WORK

    How it works

    01 Get in touch

    Arrange a survey that is convenient for you, by calling 08081 648 563 or by completing our online contact form.

    02 The Survey

    We carry out a thorough inspection and give you advice on the best solution for your needs.

    03 The work

    Our staff will deliver a high standard of service and quality of workmanship to resolve any problem you have.

    04 Enjoy the result

    Knowing it is protected by a 20 year guarantee.

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    PRESERVING THE PAST
    PROTECTING THE FUTURE

    If you notice symptoms of damp in your home or business, dealing with it promptly could save you problems in the long term.

    If you have a damp problem, call the experts today on 08081 648 563 for a quote.

    Commercial & Domestic Damp Proofing Services

    Here at British Damp Proofing, we can provide treatment for all your damp proofing needs. This includes a fully comprehensive survey to diagnose the cause and best course of action to take. If your home has a damp problem, or your pub basement needs damp proofing, we are here to help.

    Our team can carry out damp surveys for all types of properties, from warehouses and shops, to pubs and listed buildings. During a damp survey, our team will toughly check all areas for damp and related issues, creating a clear plan for any remedial work.

    If your property needs any remedial work to address damp issues, our team can carry out all necessary work to ensure your property is safe. We also specialise in timber treatments for wet and dry rot, and can waterproof basements and cellars.

    Most of our work carries a 20 year guarantee. If you find any damp in your property, or suspect you might have damp issues, it’s important to get these issues fixed quickly. If damp is left unchecked, it can cause serious structural problems, with costly repairs and restoration works.

    Don’t delay – call the experts today on 08081 648 563.

    Our specialist services include:

    To help support British businesses, we operate a buy British policy, which means that wherever possible, we will source our equipment and chemicals from British suppliers.

    We provide our services to Lincoln, Boston, Horncastle, Skegness, Hull, Doncaster, Grimsby, Peterborough, Scunthorpe, Kings Lynn, Newark, Grantham, Stamford, and the surrounding areas.

    Contact our team today to discuss your requirements.

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    FAQs

    • How Much will it cost to remedy my damp problem/ can you give me a price over the phone? Every Damp Problem will be unique in terms of the extent of work required and the size of the problem, depending on what the issue is. It is also dependent on what products are used which in turn will affect the price.
    • Are your treatments guaranteed, if so for how long? Yes, most of our work is guaranteed for 20 years.
    • How long do I need to wait to redecorate after work and replastering? Non vinyl emulsion paint can normally be used after approximately 3-4 weeks. Impervious type of wall coverings such as vinyl and washable papers or paints should not be used until the walls have fully dried out. Full drying out may take up to one month for every 25mm depth of wall. Drying times are dependent on various factors such as the ventilation provided during the drying process, the room temperature and the extent of dampness initially.
    • How long is the report and quotation of works valid for? Once we have inspected your property, the quotation provided will be valid for 3 months. After this time we would need to review the quote, however most of the time the cost will remain the same for longer. If the report is over 9 months from the date of inspection another visit would be necessary.
    • What experience do your employees have? All surveyors carrying out the initial inspection have extensive experience in the remedial industry and are qualified with Certificated Surveyor in Remedial Treatments (CSRT) or equivalent. As of 2018, this certification has changed to Certificated Surveyor of Timber & Dampness in Buildings (CSTDB). All of our installers are employed by British Damp Proofing directly and no work listed within a report is sub contracted out.
    • Do you charge for surveys? Surveys are subject to a cost. Our head office will advise you on the exact cost and other other queries you may have.
    • How soon can you come out and survey the issue? We will usually visit the property within 7-10 days of receiving the inspection fee. During peak periods this may be longer.
    • Can your surveyor give me a price on the day? In short, no. Our surveyors carry out the initial inspection and take measurements that are required. Their notes are then emailed to the office and costings calculated. As their notes are sent across to the office digitally and the reports are emailed to the client unless requested otherwise, you will receive the report within 2 business days.

    Who We Work With

    We have established an industry reputation for quality, professionalism and reliability. We are the go to Damp Proofing Contractors for some of the largest names in the UK in sectors including Construction, Local Councils, Healthcare and Housing Associations. Here are a selection of our clients below;

    I recently used British Damp Proof for work on my new property and I’m really happy with the service I received. The team on site were friendly and professional, and they did their best to keep disruption to a minimum while the work was being carried out. They kept me updated each day and were always happy to answer questions.

    I also want to mention the office team because they made the whole process much easier. Every time I got in touch they were friendly and easy to talk to, always got back to me quickly, and took the time to properly answer any questions I had. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, which really makes a difference when you're dealing with work on a new home.

    Overall a really positive experience from start to finish and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them
    First class service from survey to completion.
    Would not hesitate to highly recommend British dampproofing.
    Response from the owner:Hi David, thanks very much for the 5 star review, it's much appreciated ! Many thanks, The BDP team
    I called in BDP because I noticed that the skirting in my library/craft room was rotting away. Matthew came around some weeks later (I went down with the flu when he was originally due to come and then the Christmas holidays came around hence that delay.
    Matthew said that because of the damp Weavils were eating the damp wood hence the wood dust I had found on the carpet. The dampness he believed was due to polystrene wall insulation blocking the air bricks.

    Most of the furniture was in the room at the time of his visit so he was limited in what he could appraise, but he said it looked like half of the floor would need to be replace as it was sinking and very spongey in the area by the window where the skirting damage could be seen. There was a wait period for the work to be carried out but a) I expected this as they carry out a lot of work and have to schedule things and I needed time to clear my books and bookshelves as I have a bad shoulder.

    When the day arrived for the workme to come an =d commence the work, they found that it was worse than expected. The whole of the floor was starting to fail and the joists under the floor were damp and rotting badly. The whole floor would need doing. This meant that some units and shelving would need to be cleared and removed. The workmen kindly took them down and moved them into other rooms for me so they could do the necessary work.

    The men who came to do the work were curteous and hard working. They took out the old flooring and joists, stopped anymore of the polystyrene beads falling through and blocking the vents by way of a sleave around the internal edge of the airbrick, Instaled new joists which they insulated with polymer foam where it touched brickwork to stop any damp reaching it. They then relayed the floor using MDF boarding and replaced the rotten skirting.

    The job took 3 days to complete and they took away all of the old timbers and swept up before they went.

    They made a good job and there is the peace of mind of a guarantee for the work done.

    I would recommend them.
    Obviously twice the work meant twice the cost, but with that comes the comfort of knowing that I'm not going to go into the room one day and find the units have fallen into the sub-floor area.
    Response from the owner:Hi Nicola, thanks very much for the 5 star review, much appreciated and we are pleased with the service you received and that your issue was sorted. Best Wishes , The BDP Team
    Excellent company I have used them twice in different properties, workmanship is too a high standard and price is very competitive would definitely use again and recommend
    Response from the owner:Thanks for your 5 star review Martin and we are pleased you are happy with the standard of work we carry our ! All the best, The BDP Team
    I asked for British Damp Proofing to come to my very old house as I was concerned about some blown plaster. Mathew arrived promptly on the arranged day and he was clearly extremely knowledgeable and I immediately knew I was in the hands of a real professional. He very quickly put me at my ease as he explained what was needed. And amazingly his honest assessment meant that I could solve the problem myself using a product he recommended. Not only that, but the money I had deposited for a survey to be done was returned to me that same day Mathew said he wouldn’t charge me for his time and advice. How rare is that?!
    Response from the owner:Thankyou for your kind review Diana, from Matthew and the BDP team
    I've just had quite extensive damp proofing done and I'm very pleased ,obviously the proof will only evident many months further on, but I'm confident it will all be worth it. The gentlemen were professional and courteous. They did their best to minimise the disruption and to clear away as much as they could at the end of each day. When finishing they advised me on how to proceed with redecorating, sizing the plaster once its dry etc.
    I'd have no hesitation in recommending them to any of my neighbours..
    Response from the owner:Thankyou for your 5 star review Lisa, i will feed this back to to the guys ! Many thanks, The BDP Team
    Excellent team ,considerate and got on with the job
    Work completed to high standard.
    Response from the owner:Thanks you for the 5 star review Elizabeth. Positive feedback on our work is always appreciated by myself and the BDP team. All the best, Matthew
    Really good and efficient company if you’ve got a damp problem and the guarantee gives security too. Good with an old listed building.
    Excellent service from start to finish. Experts in their field. Many thanks, Declan from Gelder Group
    Absolutely amazing. Real nice guys, no mess at all left each day, fast and got the job done really quickly. Highly recommend
    My hallway and metercupboard needed treating, breathable membrane fitting and replastering. The polite friendly team came as arranged and completed the works to a very high standard within three days. The workmen minimised the mess by removing old material and cleaning every night. I would recommend British Damp Proofing to anyone with similar problems.
    Response from the owner:Thank you for your positive review David. We are glad you were pleased with the outcome and it was a pleasure doing work for you. All the best, the British Damp Proofing team
    Having contacted this company regarding damp issues, we paid for a visit for the surveyor the attend , the guy was on the top of his game and knew what problems we had , we accepted the quote and was done feb 2025 I didn’t see the guys do the first bit but all I can say is what a legend the plasterer was , lovely clean work, faultless
    5 stars 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟
    Having never used a damp proofing company before, I am glad I used this one, no fuss, technicians courteous got on with the job damp problem in my 150 year old house solved. From start to finish great job. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
    Was very impressed with the skilled workforce and also how quick they were in completing the job. I would certainly recommend BDP in the future. Thank you!
    British Damp Proofing carried out some work at our property in June, resolved our problem on the same day, and gave us great peace of mind. The guys who came out to us were very professional and I would highly recommend their services.
    BDP were a pleasure to deal with. The cottage had a lot of damp problems but they have done an excellent job and I am confident that the damp issues are resolved. The employees were professional, courteous and polite. Everything was left tidy. I would recommend
    British Damp Proofing have recently carried out extensive damp proofing work on our 1800 property. The work was carried out as agreed and although the job went on longer than initially quoted, the staff were polirte and professional and completed the works to our saticfaction.
    First class service. Had a few damp problems being an older property. Every job done to a high professional standard. Can’t recommend them enough. Let them in and leave them to it. 5 Stars.
    British Damp Proofing have a fabulous work ethic and are very meticulous. They implemented a comprehensive solution to the damp in our 1900 2-bed terraced "Copper Cottage", and treated all roof timbers. We take our hats off to you, you do EXACTLY what it says on the tin !! no fuss, no mess. THANK YOU.
    Martin & Wendy
    From inspection through to carrying out the works - the service was great. Communication was always quick and easy. Very good value.
    British damp proofing are very professional, from answering the phone to the inspection visits , reports and completion of work.
    We had to move the date of the work twice due to the tenant in the property and British damp proofing where patient and flexible with us. The work was completed to a very high standard and the place left clean and tidy on completion of the work, Thank you
    I would thoroughly recommend this company. Everyone I have dealt with, on the phone, the surveyor and the person completing the work, were all extremely helpful, professional and friendly. Thank you for a great, prompt service.
    Response from the owner:Thankyou for the kind words Carole, glad everything went smoothly for you, best regards, The British Damp Proofing team
    British Damp Proofing have carried out several jobs for me at 3 properties. I have found the standard of work is very good and a great outcome on each occasion. Very easy to work with and no issues. Sometimes there is a long delay from quote to work being done but understand this is indicative of the times. Would use again. Thank you
    Response from the owner:Thankyou for your kind review Linda and glad you are pleased with the service we offer and our workmanship ! All the best, The British Damp Proofing Team
    very good service. I had woodworm in a vintage shepherd hut and contacted British Damp Proofing. They were very professional all conversations were backed up with email confirmations and a date was scheduled for a survey and then to complete the work. Very pleased with the quality and professionalism of the company.
    Response from the owner:Thankyou for your kind review Samantha and we got the issue sorted for you ! All the best, The British Damp Proofing Team