Basement Waterproofing | London And The UK

As an independent company, we can choose the appropriate products to help us in waterproofing basements across the UK. The jobs we tackle vary in size when looking at the basement waterproofing needs of our clients.

MacLennan design, supply, and install basement waterproofing systems across London and the rest of the UK that comply with BS8102 and all third party warranty provider's requirements.

We can save money and protect clients with expert basement waterproofing design.

The following pages will set out your options for combining systems for the type of basement construction you are considering.

To comply with British Standard BS8102/2022 and Third-party warranty providers you need to appoint a CSSW qualified waterproofing specialist onto the design team before technical design (RIBA 4).

This new requirement does not mean take advice from a designer, it does however mean the CSSW expert must be a design team appointment. They must also have PI for the advice and design they provide that is available throughout project. From early design right through to the construction and completion of basement waterproofing.

They must have suitable experience and be able to advise on all systems and options as well as buildability, repairability, sequencing, protection, hazards and CDM. MacLennan work with many of the market leading engineering and architecture practices in the UK to design best practice, best value guaranteed basement waterproofing solutions.

Basement Waterproofing can seem risky on paper but by working with the right people and following sensible precautions, you can complete your project safely and efficiently.

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What are you looking to waterproof?

New Builds

A new build residential structure or basement of any construction & size

Concrete & Deck

Concrete decks above basements or flat roofs

Leaks & Floods

Solutions for leaking, flooding or cracked below ground structures / basements

Commercial Buildings

Hotels, Office blocks, Stadiums, Carparks & Multi story basements

Historic Structures & Basement Conversions

A basement / cellar conversion under an existing property

Gas Proofing

Gas proof your basement to prevent Radon, Methane, Carbon Dioxide and any other ground gases.

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MacLennan have been experts in designing, installing, and guaranteeing basement waterproofing systems for over 30 years.

Basement waterproofing systems that are designed and installed by MacLennan are covered by £10 million PI.

MacLennan work with main contractors and developers to deliver basement waterproofing projects following the latest HSE regulations. Our work is completed on time and is fully guaranteed. We dont outsource our work, and prefer to use our own fully employed, experienced and qualified workforce of basement waterproofing technicians. Using techniques such as cellar tanking and foundation waterproofing, MacLennan offers a high quality solution to rising damp and other leakage issues around the home or your business.

How Does Basement Waterproofing Work?

Basement waterproofing aims to prevent damp and moisture that can build up in an improperly built structure, in this case a basement. BS8102 is a compliance guide which must be adhered to so that you can have peace of mind the project being worked on is successful. Basement waterproofing is achieved through the use of materials such as, but not limited to, lime plaster or polyurea spray. Wall cavitys are filled where possible to prevent openings for moisture to run through, application of waterproofing membranes also help achieve our goals. As a leading provider of waterproofing services, we have access to numerous products to achieve the results we need for the specific building we are working on.

It's important that your waterproofing solution is BS8102 compliant. Download the BS8102 Guidance for Compliance that our MD Ian MacLennan contributed towards.

Environmental Policy

MacLennan strive to source our materials from the most sustainable sources possible and participate in pioneering recycling schemes.

As a company that designs, supplies and installs waterproofing, our supply chain is shorter than most and we consciously select the best products for resilience.

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Why should I work with MacLennan?

WE’RE INDEPENDENT

We Design, supply and install exterior waterproofing and basement waterproofing projects. There's no split responsibility with MacLennan.

WE’RE PASSIONATE

MacLennan live and breathe waterproofing, have a look at one of our free CPD seminars and find out!

WE’RE GUARANTEED

MacLennan has the most comprehensive guarantees and insurances in the industry to give you peace of mind with your basement waterproofing project.

What are the main causes of water in the basement?

Poor design of basement waterproofing.

Poor detailing of basement waterproofing.

Changed external environment, ie water extraction, leaking mains water, etc.

Failed or blocked external drainage.

Failed or damaged external or internal waterproofing.

Related Projects

We have been entrusted with significant contracts such as The Houses of Parliament, Kia Oval, Olympic Park Media Centre, Hilton Hotels, Barratt Homes Head offices and hundreds of high end residential properties.