Proofterior Group Limited
Homes we protect in Christchurch
ISSE accredited
Checkatrade approved member
Biokil Crown approved contractor
Yell reviewed business
ISSE accredited
Checkatrade approved member
Biokil Crown approved contractor
Yell reviewed business
ISSE accredited
Checkatrade approved member
Biokil Crown approved contractor
Yell reviewed business
ISSE accredited
Checkatrade approved member
Biokil Crown approved contractor
Yell reviewed business
ISSE accredited
Checkatrade approved member
Biokil Crown approved contractor
Yell reviewed business
ISSE accredited
Checkatrade approved member
Biokil Crown approved contractor
Yell reviewed business
Local to Christchurch

Damp, Mould & Timber Specialists in Christchurch

Christchurch is right next door to our Bournemouth head office. Our in-house team works on old cottages near the Priory and Quay, homes in Mudeford and Purewell, post-war houses in Somerford and clifftop properties in Highcliffe. You get a complimentary survey, an honest written diagnosis and treatment backed by our 25-year guarantee.

  • ISSE accredited
  • 25-year insured guarantee
  • In-house specialist team
01202 287503
4.9/5 · 200+ reviews

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What homeowners say

Genuine reviews from local homeowners

Over 200 verified reviews across Checkatrade, Google and Yell

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9.36/10
83 reviews
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4.9/5
106 reviews
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5.0/5
64 reviews
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“Excellent service from start to finish. The survey was thorough and professional, with honest, evidence-based advice rather than trying to sell unnecessary work. I came away with complete peace of mind.”

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Alex Richards-Taylor

Google review

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“Excellent service throughout. Ashton came out to look at an issue raised on a part-exchange survey and, rather than recommend expensive remediation, told me honestly there was nothing wrong with the wall. Great to have an honest discussion.”

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Ian M.

BH16 · Damp Investigation

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“Dylan and the Proofterior team were amazing. The report was incredibly comprehensive. Can’t recommend them enough.”

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Sam Short

Google review

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“Very pleased with the work on our living room and bedroom walls. Punctual, polite and friendly, and completed on time even though it was Easter week. Many thanks to everyone at Proofterior.”

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Chris G.

BH20 · Penetrating Damp Treatment

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“Dan was very thorough, professional and polite. Quick to respond and I would highly recommend.”

M

Malik R.

Yell · Quick & Professional

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“The workmen were clean, pleasant and efficient and took just one day. The very next day we noticed a big difference with the damp issue. Many thanks.”

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Nick Bennett

Google review

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“Able to fit my job in for the next day and completed in a day as agreed. Not the lowest quote, but it comes with a 25-year guarantee, which I wanted — long-term peace of mind was vital.”

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Alan M.

BH23 · Flat Roof Reseal

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“Ashton was so friendly and informative. I’ve gone from worried to empowered — someone you can trust to do the right thing.”

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Suzanna Furbank

Google review

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“Really amazing service. Dan provided a really thorough damp investigation and a very helpful damp report. Very quick responses too.”

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Paul A.

Yell · Damp Investigation

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“Happy with the speed — a full flat survey within a week. They explained our options, the price was extremely competitive, and our tenants are pleased with their fresher, safer flat.”

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Verified Customer

SP6 · Damp Proofer

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“Dan provided a very professional service from start to finish. Very good communication and a first-class job.”

M

Mark H.

Yell · Professional Service

Google logo

“Excellent service from start to finish. The survey was thorough and professional, with honest, evidence-based advice rather than trying to sell unnecessary work. I came away with complete peace of mind.”

A

Alex Richards-Taylor

Google review

Checkatrade logo

“Excellent service throughout. Ashton came out to look at an issue raised on a part-exchange survey and, rather than recommend expensive remediation, told me honestly there was nothing wrong with the wall. Great to have an honest discussion.”

I

Ian M.

BH16 · Damp Investigation

Google logo

“Dylan and the Proofterior team were amazing. The report was incredibly comprehensive. Can’t recommend them enough.”

S

Sam Short

Google review

Checkatrade logo

“Very pleased with the work on our living room and bedroom walls. Punctual, polite and friendly, and completed on time even though it was Easter week. Many thanks to everyone at Proofterior.”

C

Chris G.

BH20 · Penetrating Damp Treatment

Yell logo

“Dan was very thorough, professional and polite. Quick to respond and I would highly recommend.”

M

Malik R.

Yell · Quick & Professional

Google logo

“The workmen were clean, pleasant and efficient and took just one day. The very next day we noticed a big difference with the damp issue. Many thanks.”

N

Nick Bennett

Google review

Checkatrade logo

“Able to fit my job in for the next day and completed in a day as agreed. Not the lowest quote, but it comes with a 25-year guarantee, which I wanted — long-term peace of mind was vital.”

A

Alan M.

BH23 · Flat Roof Reseal

Google logo

“Ashton was so friendly and informative. I’ve gone from worried to empowered — someone you can trust to do the right thing.”

S

Suzanna Furbank

Google review

Yell logo

“Really amazing service. Dan provided a really thorough damp investigation and a very helpful damp report. Very quick responses too.”

P

Paul A.

Yell · Damp Investigation

Checkatrade logo

“Happy with the speed — a full flat survey within a week. They explained our options, the price was extremely competitive, and our tenants are pleased with their fresher, safer flat.”

V

Verified Customer

SP6 · Damp Proofer

Yell logo

“Dan provided a very professional service from start to finish. Very good communication and a first-class job.”

M

Mark H.

Yell · Professional Service

Nearby areas

Areas we cover near Christchurch

Our specialists regularly work throughout Christchurch and the surrounding neighbourhoods.

Highcliffe Mudeford Burton Walkford Somerford Purewell
Local knowledge

Why Christchurch homes get damp

Rivers, harbour and sea all meet in Christchurch. Here are the damp problems that come with that.

High water table by the rivers

Homes near the Avon, the Stour and the harbour sit on wet ground, putting old or missing damp proof courses under constant pressure.

Old walls with no DPC

Cottages in the historic centre and Purewell often pre-date damp proof courses. Cement renders and modern paints can trap moisture and make things worse.

Coastal exposure in Highcliffe

Clifftop homes in Highcliffe and Walkford take strong wind-driven rain, which finds its way through worn pointing, render cracks and failed sealant.

Condensation in cold rooms

Post-war homes and bungalows with cold walls and little ventilation are prone to black mould, especially in bedrooms in winter.

What we do

Services we provide in Christchurch

Every service is delivered by our own in-house team and backed by our 25-year guarantee.

Local specialists

Your local damp, mould & timber team in Christchurch

Christchurch sits where the rivers Avon and Stour meet and flow into Christchurch Harbour, so much of the town is low-lying and the water table is high. The historic centre around the Priory, Castle Street and the Quay has some of the oldest homes in the area, often with solid walls, lime mortar and no proper damp proof course at all. Mudeford and Purewell have older cottages close to the harbour, Somerford has post-war family homes, and Highcliffe and Walkford have larger houses and bungalows near the cliff top, where wind and rain come straight off the sea. Older homes here need breathable repairs, not cement renders and plastic paints that trap moisture, which is why our ISSE-accredited surveyors always look at how the building was built before suggesting a treatment.

Why homeowners choose us

Built to impress, built to last

Diagnosis first

We identify the real cause before recommending any treatment. No guesswork, and never unnecessary work.

In-house specialist team

Vetted, Proofterior-trained specialists, managed by us from survey to completion. No compromises.

25-year guarantee

Every treatment is backed by our 25-year insured guarantee, giving you lasting protection and peace of mind.

Recent work

Recent projects near Christchurch

Real photos from Proofterior jobs in and around the area — surveyed, treated and finished by our own in-house team.

Exposed brick wall prepared for DPC injection in Bournemouth
Exposed brick wall prepared for DPC injection in Bournemouth
Damp proof membrane installed to a retaining wall in Wimborne
Damp proof membrane installed to a retaining wall in Wimborne
Finished damp-proof plastering by Proofterior in Bournemouth
Finished damp-proof plastering by Proofterior in Bournemouth
Stone-built house in Dorset under Proofterior scaffolding
Stone-built house in Dorset under Proofterior scaffolding
Before and after damp wall treatment in Bournemouth by Proofterior
Before and after damp wall treatment in Bournemouth by Proofterior
Thermal imaging damp survey in Bournemouth
Thermal imaging damp survey in Bournemouth
Where we work

Covering Dorset, Hampshire & Wiltshire

Local knowledge, specialist expertise and lasting protection for the home you care about.

Common questions

Everything you might be wondering

Yes. We cover all of Christchurch, including Highcliffe, Mudeford, Walkford, Burton, Somerford and Purewell. Our head office in Bournemouth is only a few miles away.

Yes. For older solid-wall homes we use breathable, compatible materials such as lime-based repairs and mineral finishes where they suit the building, rather than sealing the walls in.

No. A high water table puts more pressure on your walls, but with the right damp proof course, drainage and finishes your home can stay dry. Our survey finds out exactly what is happening.

Fill in the form and we’ll call you back within 5 minutes, or ring 01202 287503. The survey is complimentary.

Yes. Our treatments carry a 25-year guarantee and follow Property Care Association (PCA) guidance.

Book your survey

Get clear, honest answers about your home in Christchurch

A qualified specialist will visit your property, carry out a thorough inspection and give you clear recommendations in plain English — everything explained in one visit, with no obligation.

Complimentary, no-obligation property survey
Expert diagnosis by ISSE accredited specialists
Clear written recommendations you can act on
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
01202 287503
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