From 9th March, National Empty Homes Week will once again shine a spotlight on an important issue affecting communities across the UK — the growing number of empty residential and commercial buildings, and the growing housing crises.
It’s hard to ignore the weather headlines this year. With rain recorded somewhere in the UK every single day so far in 2026, it’s been an unusually wet and persistent start to the year - and it’s already having a noticeable impact on buildings, infrastructure, and property maintenance nationwide.
Fire safety is about awareness, prevention, and preparedness. Small actions — like unplugging unused appliances, keeping exits clear, and testing alarms — make a big difference.
If you ever have questions about fire safety or notice a potential risk in your property, please contact the Blue Door team. Your safety always comes first.
In film, television, and commercial production, the right location can elevate a project from ordinary to exceptional. Production companies are always searching for spaces that bring scripts to life, work within budget, and meet practical requirements. That’s where Blue Door Property Guardians come in.
We’re Nearly There - Help Us Finish the Helios Centre!
Blue Door Property Guardians is proud to support the refurbishment of the new Helios Centre in Holborn.
The Helios Centre has supported people living with HIV for decades. Now they're completing a modern, energy-efficient permanent home — but they can’t finish without you!
Vacant residential and commercial buildings are vulnerable to a host of threats that not only damage your asset but can cost a lot to rectify. If you’re thinking of leaving your building unoccupied for an extended period, our list of the Top Ten Threats to Vacant Properties will give you an idea of what to expect, so you can take preventative action.
COVID-19 has led to the sudden, temporary closure of businesses all over the country. The UK government has not specified how long the lockdown will continue, so countless enterprises have had to shut their doors without knowing when they will reopen. Whether you rent or own your premises, you may have concluded your last day of trading with your usual end-of-day lockup procedures, unaware that the building may be vacant for a period of weeks or even months.
But is your commercial property secure enough to be left unoccupied for an extended period? And even if you think it is, would your insurance company agree? To answer this question, you have to do two things simultaneously: think like a thief, and think like an insurer. Sound like a tall order? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
First, we’ll outline how your insurer will look at your situation, should the coronavirus lockdown lead to an insurance claim. Second, we’ll set you on course to protect your property against opportunists, thus avoiding the dreaded phone call to your insurer in the first place.
