Damp Proofing & Membranes delivery in Cheadle Hulme

Which damp proofing can you order in Cheadle Hulme?

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

Working out quantities for your Cheadle Hulme job

An extension in Cheadle Hulme with 20 m of cavity wall needs DPC in both leaves: about 2 rolls in 30 m lengths once laps are allowed for. A 15 m² floor slab needs about 17.2 m² of DPM including laps, which is 1 roll of 4 × 25 m sheeting.

Getting the right damp proofing

DPC width

Match the DPC width to the wall leaf so it runs the full width of the masonry.

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.

Delivering damp proofing in Cheadle Hulme

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

• On busy streets in Cheadle Hulme, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
• Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.
• With roughly 7h 29m of daylight in Cheadle Hulme around the shortest day, morning deliveries leave more working light for the job.

Damp Proofing & Membranes in Cheadle Hulme: questions

Do you deliver damp proofing to trades and homeowners in Cheadle Hulme?

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

Do I need a radon barrier?

It depends on where you are. In radon-affected areas building control requires radon protection in new buildings and extensions.

Where does the DPC go?

Usually at least 150 mm above outside ground level, linked to the floor DPM.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Cheadle Hulme?

There is no fixed minimum. For very small orders we will tell you honestly if the delivery cost outweighs the materials, so you can decide.