Wykamol Supply Waterproofing on £16m Burnley Hospital Development

11 Apr 2023

The Wykamol group has been appointed as the preferred waterproofing supplier on the £16m development of the 93 care apartments at Burnley General Hospital.

Over 25 drawings and specialist designs were needed for Labc and the engineers dealing with this prestigious project at the hospital

Burnley based Wykamol, have been awarded the waterproofing contract for the retaining walls and lift pits, by Ring Stones Maintenance and Construction, who are part of Calico Homes.

This project, designed by Brock Carmichael architects, will provide much-needed assisted living accommodation in the neighbourhood setting. The apartments are aimed at improving the care for the elderly and reducing the risk of social isolation.

Wykamol are proud to be associated with such a rewarding project for the Local community and its also fantastic that being Burnley based. Meaning that Wykamol don’t have to deliver materials very far, as the hospital is only 3 miles away from its head office.

Olympic Construction Ltd, in partnership with Burnley base Wykamol Group Ltd, will be installing a combined type A & C waterproofing system to the land retaining walls to comply with BS:8102 : 2022. This system will ensure that the buildings remain dry and structurally sound, protecting the occupants and the building's integrity.

The Burnley General Hospital project is just one of the many projects that the Wykamol group Ltd has successfully executed. The company has completed numerous projects across the UK and Ireland, ranging from small residential developments to large commercial projects. What sets the company apart is its ability to work with clients and partners to deliver projects on time and within budget, without compromising on quality.

The Burnley General Hospital project, for example, will not only provide much-needed accommodation for the elderly but will also include a community space, communal gardens, a wellbeing hub, and a bistro. These facilities will serve as social hubs, bringing together people from different walks of life and reducing social isolation.