Fairford, UPVC Doors
The Problem
The homeowners had experienced flooding twice, first in 2007 and again during Storm Bert in 2024. On the second occasion, rainwater collected in a dip in the road outside the property and, with blocked drains preventing it from draining away, eventually overflowed towards the house.
Water entered through the front door and porch before spreading into other rooms, causing extensive damage to flooring, carpets, skirting boards and furniture, as well as the disruption of having to move out during renovations.
The Solution
As part of the property’s resilience works, cavities were filled to help prevent water entering from beneath the property and a damp-proof course was installed.
Following a specialist survey, M3 recommended either flood barriers or flood doors to protect vulnerable openings. The homeowners chose three BSI Kitemark™ Certified UPVC flood doors, providing passive protection without the need to manually deploy barriers.
As pensioners, the simplicity of locking the doors was an important benefit, allowing them to leave the property or go to bed knowing protection is already in place.
The new doors and glazing were also selected to closely match the original style, providing discreet flood protection while maintaining the appearance of the home.
The solutions installed included:
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