About Dampcon® - Residential Damp and Waterproofing Services
A second-generation family business built on specialist knowledge and dependable service.
Dampcon® was founded by Marius Hanscombe in 1985, building on his construction and waterproofing experience dating back to 1974. The business soon earned a reputation for diagnosing and resolving difficult damp, water-ingress and groundwater problems.
Today, Dampcon remains a second-generation, family-run South African business. Our residential division helps homeowners across Johannesburg, Pretoria and Gauteng protect and restore their properties through professional damp proofing, waterproofing, French drains, remedial repairs and house painting.
Specialist Experience Developed Since 1985
Moisture problems are rarely solved reliably by treating the visible symptom alone. Dampcon’s experience spans rising damp, lateral damp, penetrating damp, leaking roofs, failed balcony and wall waterproofing, groundwater drainage and moisture-damaged plaster and paint.
This broad capability allows us to assess the building as a complete system and recommend work suited to the actual cause of deterioration.
Products and Workmanship Under One Standard
In the early 1990s, Dampcon identified the need for specialist proprietary materials. We subsequently developed and manufactured waterproofing compounds, plaster additives and injection fluids, giving us greater oversight of the systems used on our projects.
Our trained permanent teams work under experienced supervision, with a strong focus on safe working practices, thorough preparation, neat workmanship and respectful service in clients’ homes.
Recognition, Membership and Community
Dampcon received one of the first Business Achievement Awards presented by the Germiston Chamber of Business and Price Waterhouse. We are also proud members of the Damp and Waterproofing Association of Southern Africa (DWASA) and support efforts to improve standards within our industry.
Residential Services
- Residential damp proofing
- Residential waterproofing
- French drains and groundwater drainage
- House painting
Industrial and Commercial Expertise
Dampcon also has a dedicated division for factories, warehouses, offices, retail properties and managed commercial buildings. Its services include planned roof maintenance, box-gutter work, commercial waterproofing, damp proofing, exterior painting and facility maintenance.
Then vs Now
These images illustrate the evolution of our team over the years. It is a true testament to the commitment and dedication of our staff to providing top-quality service to our clients.
