Why basement waterproofing is 'now as much about climate resilience as it is about comfort,' and how to get it right

Basement room with staircase with sheet glass bannister, glass door to the garden, wooden flooring and large dining table with chairs.

Waterproofing a basement is arguably the most important thing you can do with a subterranean space.

And it's not just something that you need to do if you plan on carrying out a basement conversion to create a new habitable space – even if you only want to use it for storage, you will want to ensure it remains dry and free from damp and mould.