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What are the more common pit-falls with basement conversions?

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What are the more common pit-falls with basement conversions?

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If one is considering doing a basement conversion, there are a number of points one should consider in particular: Tanking (Waterproofing) Walls and floors below external ground level and the junctions between them should be provided with a waterproofing system. This is to prevent ground moisture reaching the internal surface of the wall or upper surface of the floor, to maintain satisfactory environmental conditions within the basement for the intended use. Consideration should be given also to determining the position of the water table; whether it is high, low or varies significantly throughout the year. There are several different ways in which basement walls and floors can be waterproofed. Whatever method is used, it should be appropriate for resisting ground water pressure and should have British Board of Agreement (BBA) or similar independent technical accreditation. One should bear in mind that good attention to detail and good workmanship are important for the tanking to be su

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