Unit 1 & 2, Grantham, NG31 9ST
Experienced damp proofing specialists serving Lincoln and the surrounding area. Treating rising damp, penetrating damp, condensation, and timber infestation with evidence-based diagnosis.
Tell us what's happening and we'll get back to you quickly with honest advice and a no-obligation quote. Prefer to talk? Call 01780 410378.
Dower Damp Proofing provides professional damp surveys and damp proofing services in Lincoln and surrounding areas across Lincolnshire. Lincoln is one of the most historically significant cities in England, with a housing stock that ranges from medieval fabric in the Cathedral Quarter to Victorian terraces in Bracebridge and St Giles, and post-war development around the lower city. Damp problems here are as varied as the buildings themselves.
We are a third-generation family business based in Grantham, around 27 miles from Lincoln. Our approach is straightforward - we identify the source of damp before recommending any treatment. In Lincoln, where some buildings carry fabric that predates modern damp proofing by several centuries, taking time to understand the construction before specifying any treatment is not a luxury - it is the only sensible approach.
Lincoln has a varied housing stock defined by the dramatic topography of the city, which rises steeply from the River Witham at the base to the Cathedral and Castle at the top of the hill. Medieval and Georgian properties in the Bailgate and Cathedral Quarter - many now listed - often have no formal damp proof course and manage moisture through their original lime construction, which must be respected during any remedial work. Victorian terraces in Bracebridge and St Giles are solidly built but frequently show penetrating damp through deteriorating pointing and valley gutters. The lower city around the river is affected by a higher water table, adding to rising damp risk in properties in those areas.
Signs to look for include tide marks on lower walls, peeling paint or wallpaper, a musty smell in ground-floor rooms, black mould on cold or external walls, salt crystallisation on stonework or brickwork, and deteriorating floor timbers or skirting boards. In Lincoln's uphill properties, penetrating damp is particularly common. In lower city areas near the Witham, rising damp linked to the water table is more frequently the cause. Call us on 01780 410378 to arrange a survey.
We cover Lincoln and the surrounding area including Newark, Gainsborough, Sleaford, Market Rasen, and Horncastle, as well as villages across Lincolnshire. If you are unsure whether we cover your location, call us on 01780 410378 and we will confirm straight away.
Yes, but it requires careful specification. Listed buildings in Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter and Bailgate area must be treated using approaches that respect the original fabric - which typically means lime-based renders and plasters rather than modern cement, and injection systems that are appropriate for the wall construction involved. We are experienced in working within these constraints and liaise with building owners on the appropriate approach for their specific property.
In most cases we can offer a survey within a few days of your enquiry. Lincoln is a regular part of our service area. If you need something urgently - for example ahead of a property purchase - please call us directly on 01780 410378 and we will do our best to accommodate you quickly.
Yes. All treatments are backed by a 20-year guarantee. We only specify work that is genuinely needed, and we use manufacturer-approved materials and proven methods throughout. Our guarantee is a reflection of the quality and care we apply to every job.
Book a local survey and our specialist team will visit your property in Lincoln to carry out a thorough assessment. You'll receive an honest, evidence-based report and a clear specification to resolve the problem properly - backed by our 20-year guarantee.
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