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Bust pipes due to freezing are a major problem. Not only will it stop your heating and hot water, a leak or flood can also cause extensive damage to your property. In winter, if pipes are not properly insulated then the water inside the...

Bathroom Bathrooms are at a higher risk of becoming flooded, due to the volume of water traveling to and from this area of the house. If plugs are put in and taps are left on and forgotten about, it can lead to d...

Flood Alert What does it mean? Flood Alert means that flooding is possible and to be prepared. When is it used? ...

Why do pipes burst in the summer? During the summer months a combination of both the extreme heat and increase in demand for water can cause pipes to burst. Extreme Heat Throughout the summer we experience days of extr...

The British Damage Management Association (BDMA) Conference 2022 takes place on the 29th and 30th June and the theme this year is The Roadmap to Sustainable Resilience. Flood Dr are proud to be headline sponsor at this event, with our B...

Dangers of a house fire Fires in a home can range from a small fire contained to one area, to one that quickly spreads throughout the property. A home can quickly become uninhabitable following a fire, as there can be numerous danger...

What is the Achilles Certificate all about? The Achilles Certificate is recognised across the world. Founded in 1990, Achilles goal was to give more control to organisations by identifying, assessing, qualifying and monitoring supply ch...

If you experience water or flood damage, there are steps you can take to get the situation under control and prevent further damage to your property. Take a look at our useful guide to flood and water damage remediation to protect your...

What are the types of water damage? As previously mentioned, there are many different types of water damage that a property may experience. Some are caused by poorly maintained plumbing in your property, whilst others are as a result of...

What causes damp and mould growth? There are different types of damp in residential properties.  Here are the most common: Condensation Damp Condensation damp is the most common type of damp in properties. When warm moist ...