Basement waterproofing

Experiencing basement waterproofing issues within your property is a very common problem.  As basements and cellars often lie below the water table, they are susceptible to the pressure of ground water against the walls and floor that can often render a basement or cellar uninhabitable.

If it is the case that you are considering a basement conversion or cellar conversion, then ensuring that your basement is water tight is essential.  Without adequate basement waterproofing, your basement will be susceptible to ground water movement to the internal surfaces.

Options for basement waterproofing

Basement waterproofing options vary from a blend of traditional to modern basement waterproofing systems and techniques.  More often than not however, it would have been a traditional method such as basement tanking or external basement waterproofing that would have been installed within the basement that unfortunately may have failed allowing water and moisture to penetrate into the basement.

Modern basement waterproofing

With modern basement waterproofing systems, rather than creating a physical barrier allowing for a build up of water pressure against the basement walls, water and moisture is controlled, managed  and channelled using modern drainage systems such as water guard and drytrak in combination with advanced air gap wall waterproofing membranes and advanced sump pumps below floor level that not only pump  water away from the basement, but have enginnered drainage wall linings to divert water to our drainage system.  The result is the lowering of the level of the water table and easing the pressure on the basement walls.

Professional basement waterproofing

At Wise Basement Systems, our aim is to help you by taking responsibility for your basement waterproofing step by step from design to completition utilising modern basement waterproofing techniques.  As leading providers of basement waterproofing solutions, we have years of experience and the backing of many different professional memberships such as the Property Care Association (PCA) and the Structural Waterproofing Association with all our basement system surveyors trained to CSSW (Certified Surveyor of Structural Waterproofing) standards. 

Coupled with a 10 year basement & cellar guarantee, you can have peace of mind that we will have the right solution for your basement.

Contact us about basement waterproofing

For further information and help on basement waterproofing or if you are looking for professional help, call Wise Basement Systems on 0800 52 66 23 or click to contact your local branch.

Alternatively, click to contact us online or to find out about our basement & cellar surveys.

Further information about basement waterproofing

For further information about basement waterproofing, click on some of the links below.

	Basement waterproofing systems For a better overview of the different basement waterproofing systems available, check out our basement waterproofing systems guide. Basement waterproofing systems
	Basement waterproofing products Check out the range of basement waterproofing products that we use to help tailor the right basement waterproofing solution for you. Basement waterproofing products
	Basement waterproofing regulations Stay on the right side of the law but ensuring that your basement conversion follows the officials rules and regulations Basement waterproofing regulations

Additional information

• Basement conversion:  From design to finish, find out the steps involved to convert your basement from design to reality
• Sump pumps: Find out why a sump pump is import and why our sump pumps are the best in the market.
• Wall Waterproofing: Explore the different wall waterproofing options to tailor your basement and cellar for your needs.
• Floor waterproofing:  Discover your unique basement floor waterproofing options that can transform your basement into a beautiful, dry and comfortable area.