Basements and cellars usually have poor ventilation as they are underneath the property or below ground getting little or no sunlight. With few areas where moisture can escape, such as windows, the moisture settles along the walls and floors.
In the UK, foundations of the majority of homes & properties are made of solid cement. Put in simple terms, this is why basements and cellars get damp and smelly.
Whilst it doesn’t seem likely that water would be able to penetrate cement it does happen. Also, because of the lower levels basement or cellar location, it also gets in via any number of areas, and then collects in basements and cellars.
Find out more about Damp Proofing
Converting a damp space below ground level requires specialist knowledge and we recommend you only use professional tradesmen with a history of successful conversions.
Mistakes can be costly and upsetting to you and your family. We are qualified as Certificated Surveyors in Structural Waterproofing giving you peace of mind. Find out more about Cellar Conversions
We have surveyors working in the Oldbury & Smethwick areas too
Contact us today for expert advice and solutions!
