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

Sewage spill in a property: Health risks and professional clean-up

Sewage spills are often seen as rare, one-off incidents. In reality, they are part of a much wider issue across the UK’s ageing drainage infrastructure. In England alone, there are hundreds of thousands of sewage discharge incidents recorded every year,...

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Diesel spill on a commercial site: What UK businesses must do immediately

Diesel spills on commercial sites are often underestimated. What starts as a small patch of fuel, during refuelling, from a leaking vehicle or a damaged tank, can quickly spread across surfaces, enter drainage systems or soak into the ground. And...

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How long does cigarette smell last? Rooms, clothes, hair and more

You walk into a room. Someone smoked there an hour ago. The windows are open, there’s a breeze, and it still smells. Sound familiar? That lingering cigarette smell isn’t just unpleasant. It’s a sign that smoke particles have already settled...

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Why smoke odours linger long after a fire

After a fire, the visible damage is often the immediate focus. Charred materials, soot deposits and structural impact are all clear signs that restoration work is needed. But even once the fire is extinguished and initial cleaning begins, many property...

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Why construction sites often need specialist drying before handover

At handover stage, most construction projects look complete. Finishes are in place, systems are operational, and from a visual perspective, the building appears ready for occupation. But this is also the point where one of the most common (and costly)...

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Meningitis outbreak in the UK: What public spaces need to know about prevention and cleaning

Reports of recent meningitis cases in Kent in March 2026 have understandably raised questions for schools, workplaces and organisations responsible for shared environments. While meningitis remains relatively rare in the UK, data from the UK Health Security Agency consistently shows...

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What to do if pigeons are nesting on your roof or solar panels

Pigeons are a familiar sight across towns and cities in the UK, and at first, a couple of birds on your roof may not seem like a cause for concern. However, once pigeons begin nesting, the situation can change quickly....

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Smoke damage after a small fire: What most property owners miss

A small fire in a home or commercial property can feel like a close call. Once the flames are extinguished and the visible damage appears limited, many property owners assume the worst is over. However, smoke damage often spreads far...

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