Basement know-how, in plain English
Planning, costs, waterproofing — the questions clients ask us on every site visit, answered properly by the people who do the work.
20 July 2026
Basement waterproofing explained: BS 8102 and Types A, B and C
Type A tanking, Type B integral protection, Type C cavity drain membranes — what BS 8102 actually says, which system suits a London basement, and why certified installation matters.
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6 July 2026
What actually drives the cost of a basement in London?
Depth, ground conditions, access, waterproofing spec, party walls — a London basement contractor explains what really moves the price of a basement project, and what a proper quote should look like.
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18 June 2026
Do you need planning permission for a basement in London?
When a London basement needs planning permission, when permitted development is enough, and what the Party Wall Act means for you and your neighbours — explained by a basement contractor.
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