Disaster Recovery Blog

Here you’ll find the latest news, easily accessible tips, advice and industry insight for anything associated with damage restoration and specialist cleaning.

Beyond the Mop: The Hidden Dangers of DIY Sewage Cleanup & Why Professional Intervention is Non-Negotiable

A sewage backup or overflow is not just an unpleasant mess; it’s a biohazard event that poses immediate and severe health risks. In the heat of the moment, your first instinct might be to grab a mop and bucket, but...

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Understanding Insurance Claims for Fire Damage: A Guide for UK Property Owners

A fire in your home or business is a devastating event, leaving behind not just physical destruction but also immense emotional stress. Once the immediate danger is over, the daunting task of navigating your insurance claim begins. For UK property...

8 minute read

Hidden Hazards: The UK Homeowner’s Guide to Detecting and Fixing Leaks Early

A small drip can lead to a big disaster. Hidden water leaks are a silent threat in UK homes and businesses, causing significant damage, soaring bills, and even structural issues if left undetected. This guide from Ideal Response will empower...

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Mould Uncovered: The UK Homeowner’s Guide to Identification, Health Risks, and Professional Removal

Finding mould in your home can be alarming, but you’re not alone. This guide from Ideal Response will walk you through identifying common mould types, understanding their potential health risks, and knowing when it’s time to call in the professionals...

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Mould from a Neighbour’s Flat: Your Rights and What to Do (UK Law)

Finding mould in your flat is bad enough but when it’s coming from your neighbour’s property, things get even more complicated. Whether you’re a leaseholder, tenant, or homeowner, mould spreading from an adjacent flat can cause health issues, structural damage,...

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Soot damage in your property? Here’s how to clean-up and recover fast

A property fire alone is devastating to both homeowners and businesses. But it’s not just the initial fire that causes devastation, the aftermath can add further dangers and complications. Soot damage can severely impact homes and commercial properties and make...

6 minute read

What to do after a fire at your business? 5 Essential steps to minimise downtime

Fire damage can be devastating for a business. The unavoidable downtime means lost revenue, operational shutdown and of course safety concerns for your commercial property. Knowing what steps to take immediately after a fire can make a huge difference and...

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Commercial fire damage restoration: What UK businesses should do immediately after a fire

Fire damage can be crippling for UK businesses; forced downtime and business closure means that even a small amount of fire damage can have far reaching consequences. Disruption means that a business is making less or in some cases no...

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