Flood Mitigation, Recovery & Insurance Repairs for Historic Buildings

Janus Conservation offers comprehensive services in flood mitigation, post-flood recovery, and insurance repair works, specifically tailored for historic buildings and listed properties.

With climate change increasing the risk of flooding, our services combine conservation expertise with modern resilience strategies to protect and restore the historic fabric of your property while maintaining its heritage value.

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Our Services

Flood Mitigation & Resilience Planning

Flood Risk Assessments: 
Detailed evaluations to identify potential vulnerabilities and provide tailored recommendations.

Heritage-Sensitive Resilience Measures:
Installation of non-invasive solutions such as flood barriers, non-return valves, and airbrick covers that respect the architectural character of your building.

Catchment-Based Solutions:
Engagement in wider natural flood management projects, including restoration of historic water management systems, to enhance flood resilience.

Post-Flood Recovery

Damage Assessments:
Comprehensive surveys by conservation specialists to evaluate and document damage to historic structures.

Sensitive Drying & Decontamination:
Controlled drying methods to protect historic materials, using natural ventilation and low-impact equipment.

Heritage Repairs & Restoration:
Conservation-led restoration using traditional materials such as lime plaster, timber, and breathable finishes, ensuring long-term durability and historical accuracy.

Insurance Repair Works

Insurance Liaison:
Supporting property owners in navigating insurance claims for flood damage. We ensure that repairs align with heritage standards and the use of appropriate materials is prioritised.

Specialist Repairs:
Execution of insurance-approved repair works, including the replacement or restoration of historic features affected by flooding.

Compliance with Standards:
Adherence to BS 7913 and Historic England guidelines for conservation and repair.

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