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!
Production companies are constantly searching for filming locations that fit their creative vision, budget, and logistical needs. With our diverse portfolio of properties, we’re frequently approached by production teams looking to match unique features of a location with a director’s concept or script — whether that’s a period home, a contemporary office, an industrial setting, or a striking natural landscape.
Our latest collaboration is with the global creative agency Leagas Delaney, supporting the Royal British Legion’s powerful multichannel charity campaign, “On Your Street.” This project shines a light on the everyday lives of British Armed Forces veterans, capturing moving stories of those living within our communities.
A new year is (finally) here! 2020 was at best unexpected, and at worst – utterly heartbreaking. However, seeing communities come together to support each other has been incredible. Sometimes it’s too easy to focus on the negatives, and we personally think that there’s been enough bad news to last a lifetime! So, after a year that many of us will be eager to leave behind, we wanted to remind you of some good news stories from 2020 that you might have forgotten about.
It’s finally the holiday season, as this unforgettable year slowly draws to a close, we hope you’re enjoying some festive cheer. Mulled wine and mince pies anyone? However, if you’re preparing your vacant property for the coming months, you’ll know that there’s a lot to think about before you can finally put your feet up and relax. We’ve put together this checklist to help you protect and prepare your vacant property for the holiday period - so you can get back to what matters at this time of year!
2020 has thrown us some curveballs. We’ve all had to adapt and evolve to a new way of pandemic life - and cities across the UK have been no exception. London is quieter than ever with TFL reporting that the tube has had a 77% decrease in passengers since last year. With many of us still working remotely, there are more empty offices and commercial buildings by the day. London is on pause and while lots of us stay safe at home, there’s a new population running free in the streets – the rats.
Vacant properties are always vulnerable to damage but as the temperature drops, the harsh winter weather brings a whole new set of risks. The good news is that a lot of weather-related damage is easily avoidable. However, without the right precautions, you could find yourself spending thousands on repair costs - not ideal after such a tough year!
This month, we’re sharing tips to help you avoid the top four additional threats to vacant property during winter. Last week we looked at the threat posed by mould, and discussed ways that you can avoid mould forming and getting out of hand. This week, we’re highlighting another heightened threat during winter time: crime.
