Damp Proofing & Membranes delivery in Bradford

Damp Proofing & Membranes available for Bradford delivery

• DPC rollsPolymer and bitumen damp-proof course in standard wall widths.
• Liquid DPM and tankingCoatings for screeds and below-ground walls.
• Cavity trays and stop endsTo direct water out of the cavity over openings.
• DPM sheetingHeavy-gauge polythene membrane under concrete floors.

Working out quantities for your Bradford job

An extension in Bradford with 24 m of cavity wall needs DPC in both leaves: about 2 rolls in 30 m lengths once laps are allowed for. A 20 m² floor slab needs about 23 m² of DPM including laps, which is 1 roll of 4 × 25 m sheeting.

Damp Proofing & Membranes: choosing well

Is radon protection needed?

Parts of the UK need radon protection in new buildings and extensions. UKHSA radon maps show the areas; building control will tell you what applies.

Laps and joints

DPM and DPC need generous laps and sealed joints; follow the manufacturer's guidance.

In England, building work is checked against the Approved Documents, for example Part A for structure and Part L for energy efficiency, through your council's building control team or a registered building control approver.

How delivery works in Bradford

Rolls are light enough to travel with a mixed load and are handed off at the kerb. Bradford is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around BD1 are priced to the exact address.
• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.
• Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.

Your questions answered

What is the difference between DPC and DPM?

DPC is a strip built into walls to stop damp rising through the masonry. DPM is a sheet laid under a concrete floor slab. They are lapped together so there is no gap.

How soon can damp proofing be delivered in Bradford?

We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.

How thick should a DPM be?

1200-gauge polythene, around 300 microns, is a common specification for floor slabs. Your design may call for something different.

Do you deliver damp proofing to trades and homeowners in Bradford?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.