Entries by Emma Nicholson

Factors affecting the cost of water damage restoration

If you’re reading this blog, you may be unfortunate enough to experience water damage to your property and be wondering what are the factors affecting the cost of water damage restoration. Well here’s 10 possible factors affecting the cost of water damage restoration: Size of the affected area – The larger the affected area, the […]

Categories of water

Did you know that there are different categories of water? They are given categories based on the level of risk that they present. Here we’ll list the different categories of water and the risks the present to you in your property. Category 1  Category 1 water is of relatively low risk. This is because it […]

Water damage timeline

It’s really important to understand the water damage timeline as speed of restoration is an important factor in water damage incidents. When water damage is left untreated, serious problems can arise. Here’s a water damage timeline highlighting what happens, when, with a water damage incident: Within minutes or hours – Contamination from hazardous water can […]

Prepare your home for holiday

If you’re lucky enough to be able to get away this year, you’ll need to prepare your home for holiday. Read on for our handy tips on getting your home ready for holiday time. Make it look like you’re actually still home Lighting on timers Ask neighbours to park at your home Ensure you’re not […]

Open water safety

When we experience warmer weather here in the UK, it is a good time to bring up the topic of open water safety. This is because it isn’t uncommon for many individuals to choose to cool down in open waters. Open waters do have their dangers though and it’s important to consider the following when […]

Electrical cable safety in the workplace

Electrical cable safety in the workplace is exceptionally important. This is because electricity is a common feature in the work place. It’s used to power most things including computers, printers, copiers and other equipment depending where it is in the business. Here are some tips to reduce the dangers of electrical cables in the workplace; […]

Home Fire Prevention

It’s important to consider home fire prevention as there are around 37,000 house fires annually in the UK according to Fire Safety Facts. Consider it as easy as 1, 2, 3! Home Fire Prevention Keep flammable materials away from heat sources Don’t leave flames unattended Fix or repair faulty wiring Don’t overload sockets Inspect household […]

CASE STUDY – Two burst pipes

Read the following case study for how we responded to an escape of water, from two burst pipes and restored the damage caused to the property. The Client problem  In this particular case we were surprised to see that the flood and it’s damage were caused by two burst pipes, having burst simultaneously, causing damage […]

Common leak types in commercial buildings

If your water bill is going up without reason, it might be worth knowing the common leak types in commercial buildings so you can prevent them. Water leaks can cause excessive damage to the property, but also rack up quite a water bill too. That’s why it’s a good idea to monitor water usage and […]

Mould in your washing machine?

Mold thrives in damp environments and a common issue can be mould in your washing machine. Not only is mould unsightly, but it can be hazardous to your health too. The spores can lead to coughing, allergies and even aggravate existing respiratory issues. It’s a good idea to keep on top of mould in your […]