Property Preservation Specialists in Dorset, Hampshire & Wiltshire
Property preservation is about protecting what your home is made of — its brick, stone, mortar, render, timber and roof — before problems start. Proofterior uses breathable, compatible preservation materials to shield your building fabric from the weather and slow its natural decay, so your property keeps its strength, character and value for decades. Every specification follows Property Care Association (PCA) guidance.
- PCA aligned & ISSE accredited
- 25-year insured guarantee
- In-house specialist team
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Genuine reviews from local homeowners
Over 200 verified reviews across Checkatrade, Google and Yell
“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.”
Alex Richards-Taylor
Google review
“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.”
Ian M.
BH16 · Damp Investigation
“Dylan and the Proofterior team were amazing. The report was incredibly comprehensive. Can’t recommend them enough.”
Sam Short
Google review
“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.”
Chris G.
BH20 · Penetrating Damp Treatment
“Dan was very thorough, professional and polite. Quick to respond and I would highly recommend.”
Malik R.
Yell · Quick & Professional
“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.”
Nick Bennett
Google review
“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.”
Alan M.
BH23 · Flat Roof Reseal
“Ashton was so friendly and informative. I’ve gone from worried to empowered — someone you can trust to do the right thing.”
Suzanna Furbank
Google review
“Really amazing service. Dan provided a really thorough damp investigation and a very helpful damp report. Very quick responses too.”
Paul A.
Yell · Damp Investigation
“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.”
Verified Customer
SP6 · Damp Proofer
“Dan provided a very professional service from start to finish. Very good communication and a first-class job.”
Mark H.
Yell · Professional Service
“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.”
Alex Richards-Taylor
Google review
“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.”
Ian M.
BH16 · Damp Investigation
“Dylan and the Proofterior team were amazing. The report was incredibly comprehensive. Can’t recommend them enough.”
Sam Short
Google review
“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.”
Chris G.
BH20 · Penetrating Damp Treatment
“Dan was very thorough, professional and polite. Quick to respond and I would highly recommend.”
Malik R.
Yell · Quick & Professional
“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.”
Nick Bennett
Google review
“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.”
Alan M.
BH23 · Flat Roof Reseal
“Ashton was so friendly and informative. I’ve gone from worried to empowered — someone you can trust to do the right thing.”
Suzanna Furbank
Google review
“Really amazing service. Dan provided a really thorough damp investigation and a very helpful damp report. Very quick responses too.”
Paul A.
Yell · Damp Investigation
“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.”
Verified Customer
SP6 · Damp Proofer
“Dan provided a very professional service from start to finish. Very good communication and a first-class job.”
Mark H.
Yell · Professional Service
Preserve the fabric, protect the future
Damp proofing fixes a moisture problem that already exists. Property preservation is different: it protects the materials your home is built from, so they stay sound, weather-tight and attractive for as long as possible.
Every building material ages. Brick and stone absorb driving rain, mortar joints erode, render cracks, timber dries out or weathers, and roof coverings slowly lose their protection. Each small change lets more water and frost into the fabric, and the decline speeds up from there.
The key is using the right material for the building. Older solid-walled homes need breathable products, such as lime mortars, mineral finishes and vapour-permeable water repellents, that keep rain out while still letting the wall dry. Sealing them with the wrong modern product can trap moisture and cause the very damage you were trying to prevent. Our surveyors specify materials that work with your property, never against it.
What we preserve
Each part of your home weathers in its own way and needs its own protective material. Our survey looks at the whole building fabric before we recommend anything.
Brick & stone masonry
Porous brick and natural stone soak up driving rain, which leads to frost damage, spalling and cold, damp walls. A breathable masonry water-repellent cream sharply reduces water uptake while letting the wall release moisture.
Mortar joints & pointing
Mortar is designed to be the sacrificial part of a wall. Once it erodes, water goes straight into the masonry. We repoint with a mortar matched to the wall, using lime for older solid walls, so the joints protect the bricks rather than damage them.
External & structural timber
Fascias, cladding, sole plates, beams and roof timbers are protected with specialist timber preservatives and breathable coatings that guard against moisture, fungal decay and wood-boring insects.
Roofs, render & rainwater goods
Protective roof coatings, sound render and working gutters and downpipes keep water off and away from the building, which is the first line of defence for every other material.
Real projects across the South
Every job below is a genuine Proofterior project across Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire, carried out with materials chosen for the building. Click any project to see the before, the after and the work in between.
Signs your property needs preserving
None of these is an emergency on its own, but each one shows the fabric of your home is starting to lose its protection.
Book a complimentary survey- Brickwork that darkens and stays wet long after rain
- Recessed, crumbling or sandy mortar joints
- Flaking, spalling or frost-damaged brick and stone faces
- Hairline cracks or hollow-sounding patches in render
- Grey, dried-out or splitting external timber
- Moss, lichen and staining spreading across roofs and walls
- Gutters that overflow and streak the wall below
- Older repairs made with hard cement or non-breathable paint
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Our work across Dorset, Hampshire & Wiltshire
Real photos from recent Proofterior projects — every job surveyed, treated and finished by our own in-house team.
From first call to lasting protection
Complimentary survey
Our surveyor inspects the whole building fabric: masonry, mortar, render, timber, roof and rainwater goods.
Expert diagnosis
We identify which materials are weathering, why, and which existing repairs may be causing harm.
Specialist treatment
We specify breathable, compatible preservation materials and apply them with our own in-house team.
25-year guarantee
You receive aftercare advice and a simple maintenance plan to keep your home protected for years to come.
The preservation materials we use
We choose each material to suit the age, construction and exposure of your home. Breathability always comes first.
Masonry water-repellent cream
A breathable cream that soaks deep into brick, stone and mortar. It repels driving rain while still letting the wall release trapped moisture, which helps keep walls drier and warmer and reduces frost damage.
Lime & matched-mortar repointing
Failed joints are raked out and repointed in a mortar that matches the strength and breathability of the wall. Lime mortars allow older solid walls to dry out through the joints instead of through the bricks.
Timber preservatives & protective coatings
Specialist preservatives protect sound timber against fungal decay and insect attack, followed by breathable finishes that shed water without trapping moisture in the wood.
Roof coatings & mineral finishes
Protective roof coating systems and breathable mineral paints and renders weatherproof the outer skin of the building while keeping it vapour-permeable.
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
Our trained team handles every project from survey to completion. No subcontractors, no compromises.
25-year guarantee
Every treatment is backed by our 25-year insured guarantee, giving you lasting protection and peace of mind.
Covering Dorset, Hampshire & Wiltshire
Local knowledge, specialist expertise and lasting protection for the home you care about.
Everything you might be wondering
Damp proofing treats a moisture problem that is already inside the building, such as rising or penetrating damp. Property preservation is protective. It uses materials like water-repellent creams, matched mortars, timber preservatives and roof coatings to shield the building fabric from weather and decay, so problems are far less likely to start.
Walls, especially in older solid-walled homes, take on some moisture and need to release it again. Hard cement pointing, plastic paints and non-breathable sealers trap that moisture inside, where it causes frost damage, damp and decay. Breathable materials keep rain out while still letting the wall dry.
It suits most brick, stone and mortar walls that are in sound condition. Any failed pointing or damaged masonry should be repaired first. Our surveyor will check the wall and confirm whether it is the right choice before anything is applied.
Yes. Protecting sound materials costs far less than repairing them once water has got in. For homeowners who want to keep a property in excellent condition, preservation is a sensible long-term investment in its fabric and value.
Yes. Much of our work is on older brick and stone homes across Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. We specify lime mortars and breathable finishes where the building needs them, and we never use materials that could harm its traditional construction.
Get clear, honest answers about your home
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.