Advanced Preservations Ltd

We struggled to find any company with the expertise to waterproof our cellar until coming across Advanced Preservations via Google. They provided an initial survey of the basement free of charge which included a plan to knock down dividing walls, build a drainage system and install a John Newton Type C cavity drain membrane system to provide Grade 3 level of waterproofing protection to the retaining walls and floors in accordance with BS8102. The only cost prior to confirmation of order was a physical dig of four holes though the floor to check the depth of the foundations and floor (£230). The work commenced within 4 months of commissioning and completed 6 weeks later to our complete satisfaction. Staff were friendly, accommodating and very thorough. When problems were uncovered as they invariable do, their specialist advice was invaluable. Our basement has been transformed from a cold, damp storage area into a well insulated and warm games room for all the family to enjoy and added great value to the house. We couldn't be happier with the result.

Advanced Preservations gave an excellent and skilled service at every stage of my dealing with them. The problem was with serious damp in the front wall of a house built in 1907. From the initial survey to completion, the company showed knowledge and expertise. The price was reasonable and the work was done to budget and speedily. All the tradesmen were pleasant and courteous. All took the greatest care to keep the hallway and room where work was being done as clean as possible, and left it spotless at the end. The office staff were helpful throughout. Each tradesman did an excellent job. Special thanks to Gary who did the preparation, Darren the plasterer, a real professional, and to Neil the carpenter who produced an excellent finish. I would certainly use this company again, and thoroughly recommend them. Thanks to all.

Would highly recommend the team at Advanced Preservations. From the initial enquiry, survey report and works carried out they have been very professional and efficient. They carried out the work in my absence, keeping me updated and sending pictures at each stage. Big huge thanks to all those involved.

All the staff I dealt with, from Mark the surveyor and Chris in operations to Matt, Wippet and Neil who undertook the work in our house, were efficient and courteous. They all did what they said they would do on the date and in the timeframe they said it would be done; in particular, they left the place clean and tidy when they had finished the work. The final cost was as the original estimate in spite the unforeseens because of this being an older house. I am not normally one to write reviews but my experience with AP has been excellent. The proof of the efficacy of the work will come in the winter! AP were recommended to me and that recommendation has been fully justified; as I did not seek any alternative quotations, I cannot make any comment about price but in every other sense, icluding peace of mind, the service provided by AP represenets excellent value. Customer in Hampshire

We were worried about a damp patch on our wall and called in APL for advice. The surveyor assured us that the problem was not as serious as we had thought and advised us of the work required. After a long wait for another builder to do the job, we returned to APL. It took a while to arrange a date for the work but when the date was fixed the job was carried out with professionalism and we were kept informed at every stage. Thank you.

I have been delighted with the service provided regarding damp and revealed structural problems. The work done was to a high standard and the staff on-site and in the office are delightful, considerate and professional.

These days it seems everyone asks for a review, often for just fulfilling an agreed order, and I rarely respond. Our experience of APL has been different. From the initial survey report right through to the completed solution, we have been delighted with the professionalism & service of the APL team - really exceptional. They merit a great review.

Darren was an excellent tradesman and a credit to your company. The whole team were efficient and very accommodating throughout.

Advanced Preservations recently did some damp proofing and fitting of a small length of ACO drain for us. Over the past twenty years they have done various works for us. Some have been quite simple, but other work has been quite significant. They are always pleasant and easy to work with, and the work is done to a high standard. Just as importantly, in a 'mature' house like ours, any building work, once started, is likely to throw up an occasional surprise and Advanced Preservations have always taken this in their stride, dealing with any issues in a flexible and fair way.

Our garage kept flooding every time it rained and was starting to damage the walls and our belongings. We called Advance Preservations to see if they could help. From the beginning, the service provided was very professional. They explained clearly what work was needed, which was to build a water drain system, tank the walls and how each step would be completed. It was fascinating to watch. Clearly each of the members of staff are really skilled at their part in the work and they all made it stress free and tidy as they worked. They were all lovely and friendly and answered my questions as the job went on. The finish on the rendering is so smooth! Really impressed and so happy with the finished result.