FOUR REASONS FOR INSTALLING ONE OF OUR HELICAVES IN YOUR HOME
1. For that touch of exclusivity and distinction.
2. It is the perfect way to keep your wines in the ideal conditions, and to store them in a simple, easy-to-access way.
3. It doesn’t take existing living space away; in fact, it creates a new room.
4. Sustainable system using natural materials, which takes advantage of natural underground conditions.
CAN I INSTALL A HELICAVE IN MY HOME?
Our underground cellars can be installed in houses – whether detached or adjoining others – but not in apartments. These cellars can be installed at any time of year in a fast and simple way. Installing a Helicave won’t cause much disruption and it is not necessary to move out during the building process. The construction of a Helicave starts by the excavation of a hole in the desired location and takes around 1 and 2 weeks, depending on the model.
CAN I INSTALL MY HELICAVE OUTSIDE?
Our underground cellars must always be installed in a closed space, preferably north-facing. We will help you determine where the best space is in your home.
WHAT STEPS MUST BE FOLLOWED TO INSTALL A HELICAVE UNDERGROUND CELLAR?
1. Excavation
2. Fitting the EPDM* waterproof liner bag.
3. Fitting the pre-fabricated concrete components.
4. Fitting the spotlights and defining the placement of the ventilation pipes.
5. Fitting the stairs and capstone
6. Fitting the motorised trapdoor
*to avoid lateral water entry
WHAT OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES ARE AVAILABLE FOR A HELICAVE?
– Two models of automatic glass door.
– A wide range of colours to personalise the inside of the cellar.
– Various lighting options.
– Remote control
– Bluetooth opening system (iPhone only)
– Climate control system
– Wooden flooring
WHAT WARRANTY DO THE CELLARS HAVE?
Our Helicave underground cellars have a ten-year build warranty.
CAN AN UNDERGROUND CELLAR OF THIS SORT BE RETROFITTED IN A HOUSE THAT IS ALREADY BUILT?
Yes, this is no problem at all; the cellars are quick and easy to install, the process takes around 1 to 2 weeks.