How does a basement conversion compare to a loft conversion? When it comes to adding space to your home without sacrificing garden space, there are two options; expand upwards into the attic, or expand down into the cellar. But how do the two compare? Often times terraced houses in Sheffield and the surrounding South Yorkshire […]
A simple overview of the types of basement tanking systems available for your cellar conversion; internal tanking and external tanking for cellars
One of the most common issues with basements and subterranean spaces is the musty smell and presence of mold. Not only can the presence of mold be unsightly, long-term it has the potential to cause both health and structural issues. They become a problem when the levels of mold growth become high. Our cellars readily […]
Changing weather patterns in the UK have led to increased flood risks for low lying properties and periodic rises in the water table in many areas. The Met Office states “Evidence of heavy rainfall events may have become more frequent over time; what in the 1960s and 1970s might have been a 1 in a […]
Our homes can suffer from four main types of damp. More often than not, basements are subject to a combination of these types of damp to varying degrees. It is important to identify the true cause of dampness in your property so that the correct solution(s) can be implemented. 1. Rising Damp Rising damp is […]
We all know insulating our homes makes them more energy efficient, and perhaps more importantly saves us money on our energy bills. In recent years we have seen an increase in advertising from the Government and energy companies regarding the insulation of our lofts and cavity walls, but the humble basement rarely gets a mention, […]
Lighting your basement Existing basements are often dark, damp spaces with few or no windows, sometimes making it difficult to visualise how a converted basement can be a valuable living space. Lighting in a basement conversion can be easily solved and in many ways allows you to be more creative with your basement design.There are, […]
A dry basement can be a great feature in your home, it’s a flexible space which can be used for almost any purpose from simple storage to a home office or kitchen. However more often than not, you are the owner of a a damp, musty subterranean space. Damp basements are not only visually unappealing, […]
It doesn’t matter if your basement is in Sheffield, Derby or Nottingham, all basements are subject to the same problems because of their location underground. While these issues may vary in severity depending where you live; here are the top 7 most common problems caused by cellars with which you may be familiar: 1. Basement Leaking […]