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Summary
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An external doorway from the cellar was also created.
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The client installed a beatiful new kitchen in the space.
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Anglian made a vital contribution to the renovations.
This Grade II Listed property in East Kent had an existing, brick-built cellar that was suffering from significant water ingress. Newton Specialist Contractor Anglian Tectonics were called in to advise on the design, recommend a solution, and carry out the specialist installation of the Newton CDM System.
The Project
This magnificent building is a link-detached Grade II Listed property in East Kent, built in the mid-1800s, which underwent extensive renovations to become a high-end residence.
The client initially contacted Newton Specialist Contractor Anglian Tectonics to provide a timber treatment solution. The team then transformed the existing brick cellar, which suffered from severe damp, into a habitable space.
The Solution
Anglian Tectonics worked closely with the project architect Mervyn Gulvin, as well as the main contractor on the renovation works C.J. Gray Construction, to design and install a system would meet the client’s requirements and would fit around the ongoing project.
Considering the Grade II Listed status, the team chose the Newton CDM System to create a completely dry basement. Classified as Grade 3 under the British Standard for Waterproofing, BS 8102:2009, it remains sympathetic to the structure.
The team also installed a sump chamber with dual Newton Pumps and a Victron Battery Back-Up system. This ensures continued operation during a power failure.
The first stage of work to the basement successfully converted the coal cellar and boiler room into a large utility room. They also provided the option to extend the system to further areas of the cellar at a later date.
The Result
By delivering a thoroughly professional and efficient service, Anglian Tectonics quickly transformed a damp, dark cellar into a completely dry, habitable space. The team prepared it to become a beautiful new kitchen and utility room, all backed by an installation guarantee.
“I engaged Anglian Tectonics to investigate a damp area under the drawing room of my 1853 house, which was undergoing extensive renovations. Even on this small work, Anglian were responsive and completed their job very quickly. It was clear that they have deep expertise with older houses, and it was an easy decision to engage them to turn two dank, dark cellar rooms into a bright utility room. Anglian waterproofed the whole area and worked collaboratively with the builder and the architect to get the job done properly. They were efficient, flexible, and explained everything that was happening. I was impressed that it was always easy to contact Gary and he would visit the site to check everything was progressing. Anglian undertook a further piece of work to put in a damp proof course in part of the ground floor, and again this work was done efficiently and to a high standard. All of the installers were employees of the company and had worked there for a long time. They were all good ambassadors for the company and proud to work for Anglian Tectonics. I have already recommended Anglian to other people and will continue to do so - they were a standout for me during my renovation project.” The Homeowner
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