Damp Proofing in West Bromwich
We help homeowners and landlords across West Bromwich deal with damp properly: tide marks and salt-stained walls, damp patches that come back after rain, and black mould in corners and around windows. One survey, a clear diagnosis, and a fixed written quote — we're out in West Midlands regularly.
Quick answer
Damp proofing in West Bromwich starts with a free survey to diagnose whether it's rising, penetrating or condensation damp, followed by a fixed written quote. Most single-wall treatments start from around £350, with the work carried out at the source and backed by a written guarantee.
How does damp proofing work in West Bromwich?
Across the Midlands we see a real mix of solid-wall Victorian terraces prone to rising and penetrating damp, and newer estate housing where condensation and cold-spot mould are the more common issue.
Getting the diagnosis right is everything with damp in West Bromwich — rising, penetrating and condensation damp look similar but are treated in completely different ways, so we always survey and confirm the cause before quoting rather than guessing from a photo.
Every job in West Bromwich starts with a survey and a fixed written price before any work begins — get in touch through the contact form with your postcode and a short description. You can see indicative costs on our price guide or read the full how it works steps.
Damp services available in West Bromwich
Whether it's rising damp treatment on a ground-floor wall, penetrating damp treatment where water is getting in from outside, or condensation and mould control in a poorly ventilated room, every job in West Bromwich starts with a proper damp survey to confirm the cause. From there we install a new damp-proof course where needed, follow up with damp-proof re-plastering, and deal with any woodworm and timber treatment or basement waterproofing the property needs.
Damp Proofing Price Guide
Indicative pricing — every job gets a fixed, written quote after a survey. No hidden extras.
Damp survey & report
diagnosis
Free
Free for straightforward jobs; a detailed independent survey report is available for mortgage or purchase cases.
DPC injection (per wall)
rising damp
from £350
Chemical damp-proof course injection to a single affected wall — priced by length and access.
Damp-proof re-plaster
per room
from £600
Salt-resistant re-plastering after treatment, so the wall can be redecorated cleanly.
Basement / cellar tanking
waterproofing
from £1500
Structural waterproofing (tanking or cavity membrane) — quoted per project after survey.
Common damp problems we treat in West Bromwich
Rising damp
Tide marks and salt staining up to about a metre on ground-floor walls.
Penetrating damp
Damp patches at any height that appear or worsen after heavy rain.
Condensation & mould
Black mould in corners and around windows, and streaming glass in winter.
Damp-affected timber
Wet rot, dry rot or woodworm where moisture has reached joists and skirtings.
Also serving nearby in West Midlands
West Bromwich is one of many towns we cover across West Midlands — we're regularly working in these nearby areas too:
Related damp services in West Bromwich
See all damp proofing services →Damp proofing in West Bromwich — frequently asked questions
What other areas near West Bromwich do you cover?
We cover West Bromwich as part of a wider service area — see the nearby towns listed on this page, or get in touch with your postcode and we’ll confirm coverage.
How long does damp proofing last?
A correctly installed damp-proof course and salt-resistant re-plaster should last for decades, which is why the work is backed by a written guarantee. The key is treating the actual cause, not just covering the symptom — which is what the survey stage is for.
Do you cover both homes and commercial properties?
Yes — we treat damp in houses, flats and commercial premises, from a single damp wall in a home to larger surveys and waterproofing for landlords, letting agents and commercial buildings.
How and when do I pay?
Larger jobs are typically arranged with a deposit to book the work and the balance on completion. Full payment terms are set out in your written quote before anything starts — nothing to pay just for a survey and quote.
Do I have to move out during the work?
Rarely. Most damp proofing is done room by room while you stay in the property. For larger basement waterproofing projects we’ll talk through access and timing at survey stage.
How do I book a survey?
Send your postcode and a short description (photos of the affected area help) by phone, email or the contact form, and we’ll arrange a survey and come back with a fixed written quote.
Damp is treated by cause, not by symptom: rising, penetrating and condensation damp look similar but need completely different treatments, which is why every job starts with a proper survey and diagnosis before any work is quoted.
Book a free damp survey in West Bromwich
Tell us about the damp and your postcode — we'll arrange a survey and a fixed written quote.