What is the British Damage Management Association (BDMA)? BDMA is an organisation dedicated to promoting excellence in the field of damage management. Its members are industry professionals, including insurers, loss adjusters, surveyors, and restorers. The organisation provides training, guidance, and accreditation to its members to ensure they meet the highest standards of professionalism and expertise. ACCREDITED CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP of the BDMA requires organisations to meet stringent criteria and will only be achieved by companies who have a strong core of professionally qualified st ..read more

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 disaster. Flooding can be caused by burst pipes, due to faulty plumbing or blockages. Bathrooms can also experience sewage back ups. There are a lot of reasons why water damage can occur in a bathroom and not all are the result of a flood. Leaking pipes and damaged seals can result in small to large amounts of water damage. If this is not dealt with correctly or it cannot be seen, it c ..read more

Flood Alert What does it mean? Flood Alert means that flooding is possible and to be prepared. When is it used? It is used between two days and two hours in advance of flooding. What are the triggers? A Flood Alert is triggered when forecasts indicate the following: Flooding from rivers may be possible. Intense rainfall for rivers that respond very rapidly. High tides, surges or strong winds. What is the impact? The expected impact for areas with a Flood Alert is flooding of fields, recreation lands, car parks, minor roads and farmland. Also spray or waves overtopping on the coast. What is t ..read more

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 extreme heat. This can cause soil to dry and become loose, causing pipes to shift. The heat can also cause the pipes to expand and move. Increase in Demand for Water There is a greater increase in the demand for water during the summer months. This is due to people washing their cars, filling paddling pools, watering plants, the use of sprinkler systems and pressure washers. Other co ..read more

Damp and mould caused by condensation Condensation in the home is a common issue. If a home has high humidity levels or when warm air hits a cold surface, condensation will form. If the condensation isn’t removed it can lead to damp and mould growth. In this article we will explore some of the things you can do to reduce condensation in your home. It is important to note, however, that damp and mould can be caused by a number of different reasons. If you have an underlying issue, such as leaking pipes or rising damp then it is important you seek advice from professionals. Condensation on the i ..read more

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 air hits a cold surface, water drops are formed, this is called condensation. Condensation damp can be caused by poor ventilation, inadequate heating, lack of insulation or combination of these. Penetrating Damp Penetrating damp is where water travels through the fabric of a building from the outside. Through walls, ceiling and roofs. Rising Damp Rising damp is more comm ..read more

What are flash floods? Flash floods, as the name would suggest, happen very quickly with very little warning. They are caused by intense rainfall which falls so quickly it becomes too much for our drains and sewers to cope.  Flash floods can be worse following extremely hot weather, as this causes the ground to dry out and become incredibly hard and therefore isn’t able to soak up the fast falling rain water. This makes flash flooding more common in areas like cities, where there are a lot of hard surfaces, such as roads, pavements and paved gardens. During flash floods, drains can quickl ..read more

In this article we will take a look at some of the damage water can cause. Highlighting why it is important to deal with water damage quickly and the steps you can take to prevent or mitigate the damage. The impact on people’s health One of the most devastating effects that water damage can have is its impact on people’s health. Buildings and materials can be repaired and replaced, however people cannot. That’s not to say that if you have a leaking pipe then you and the people around you will suddenly become very ill. It does mean, however, that if water damage is not dealt with immediately an ..read more

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 Doctor are proud to be headline sponsor at this event, with our Business Operations Manager Pat Nolan presenting on our drive towards sustainability on the 30th June. Who is the British Damage Management Association? The BDMA is the certifying body for damage management professionals, setting standards and providing training and accreditation for practitioners and others across the wider insurance industry who are involve ..read more

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 dangers present that may not always be obvious. Flames The immediate danger is the fire itself. If there is a fire, the building should be evacuated immediately. Not being able to escape a fire can result in the heat causing damage to body tissues and organs and even death. The flames also produce smoke and soot. Smoke and Soot The leading cause of death from a house fir ..read more