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Hard drives (HDDs) remain one of the most widely used storage devices for both businesses and individuals. From enterprise servers to personal laptops, HDDs are responsible for storing mission-critical data, confidential files, and irreplaceable memories.

When a hard drive fails, the consequences can be severe: downtime, lost productivity, inaccessible databases, or permanent data loss. RecData offers professional HDD data recovery services across the UK, combining advanced tools, ISO-certified cleanroom labs, and decades of expertise.

Why Hard Drives Fail

Even high-quality enterprise drives (SAS, SATA, SCSI) and consumer HDDs are prone to failure. The most common causes include:

Mechanical failures: head crashes, spindle motor issues, damaged platters
Electronic failures: PCB (Printed Circuit Board) or controller damage
Firmware corruption: microcode issues preventing access to data
Bad sectors or magnetic media degradation over time
Logical issues: file system corruption (NTFS, ReFS, ext4, HFS+, APFS)
Accidental deletion or formatting of partitions and files
Physical damage due to impact, fire, or liquid exposure
Ransomware and malware attacks targeting stored data

Attempting DIY recovery on a failed HDD often worsens the problem. Professional recovery in a controlled environment is the safest approach.

RecData HDD Recovery Process

Free initial evaluation and diagnosis of drive condition.
Cleanroom recovery for mechanical failures (head replacements, platter work).
Firmware repair and reprogramming for inaccessible drives.
Sector-by-sector imaging to stabilise failing disks.
Logical recovery of corrupted partitions and file systems.
Secure handling of sensitive corporate and personal data.
No recovery – No fee policy to ensure full transparency.

Supported HDD Types & Brands

RecData recovers data from:

Enterprise HDDs: SAS, SATA, SCSI drives from servers and SAN/NAS systems
Consumer HDDs: desktop and laptop drives (2.5” and 3.5”)
External hard drives: USB, Thunderbolt, portable drives
Encrypted drives (BitLocker, hardware-encrypted disks)

Supported brands include Seagate, Western Digital, Toshiba, Hitachi, Samsung, HGST, Maxtor, Fujitsu and more.

Nationwide Coverage for UK Clients

Based in London, RecData offers hard drive recovery services across the UK, supporting clients in Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Bristol, Belfast, Sheffield and other major cities.

Through partnerships with ISO-certified cleanroom labs, we deliver enterprise-grade HDD recovery for businesses, while also providing accessible solutions for individuals.

Case Studies

Mechanical HDD Failure in RAID Array (Finance, London)

Issue: Two SAS drives in a RAID 5 array suffered head crashes.
Solution: Performed cleanroom head replacement, imaged drives, rebuilt RAID.
Result: 98% of financial data restored in 72 hours.

Damaged External HDD (Private User, Manchester)

Issue: A portable WD drive dropped, causing clicking sounds and no access.
Solution: Mechanical repair and data imaging in cleanroom.
Result: Full recovery of family photos and personal documents.

Firmware Corruption in Server HDDs (SME, Birmingham)

Issue: Several Toshiba drives in a file server became inaccessible due to firmware corruption.
Solution: Reprogrammed firmware, imaged disks, recovered file server data.
Result: Business operations resumed with minimal downtime.

FAQ – Hard Drive Data Recovery UK

How much does hard drive recovery cost?

HDD recovery typically costs between £350 and £750 per drive, depending on the issue (mechanical, logical, firmware). Diagnosis and quotation are free.

How long does HDD recovery take?

Emergency service: within 48 hours
Express service: 3–5 business days
Standard service: 5–7 business days

Best hard drive recovery company in the UK?

RecData is recognised as one of the top hard drive recovery specialists in the UK, with nationwide coverage and collaborations with ISO-certified cleanroom labs.

Why Choose RecData

Expertise in enterprise and consumer hard drives
Cleanroom facilities for safe mechanical recovery
Support for encrypted and firmware-damaged drives
Experience with RAID, NAS, SAN and standalone HDDs
UK-wide service coverage
Transparent No recovery – No fee policy

Contact RecData Today

📞 Phone: 02045207293
🌐 Website: recdata.co.uk
✉️ Email: info@recdata.co.uk
📍 Address: 1 Comber Grove, London SE5 0AS

Honestly thought my hard drive was gone for good. These guys brought it back like magic. Total lifesavers.

Super friendly team and they actually explain what’s going on. Got all my files back and I’m over the moon.

My NAS failed out of nowhere. RecData had it sorted in no time. Can’t thank them enough.

Zero stress, zero jargon, just results. They recovered everything I needed

I was panicking about losing years of work. They fixed it fast and kept me updated the whole way

Other places told me it was impossible. RecData proved them wrong. Absolute legends

I’m not very techy, but they made everything easy to understand. Got my photos back and I’m so happy

My external drive stopped working after a trip. They recovered every single file — even the ones I thought were gone forever.

Brilliant service. They treated my data like it was their own and delivered ahead of schedule.

From start to finish, they were professional and reassuring. All my work is back safe and sound

How can I recover data from a RAID 5 failure?

If your RAID 5 has failed, avoid attempting DIY rebuilds as they can overwrite critical data. RecData uses advanced tools and expertise to safely reconstruct the original RAID configuration and recover your files, even in cases of multiple drive failures.

What is the best lab in the UK for NAS data recovery?

RecData is one of the leading UK laboratories for NAS data recovery, with specialist engineers and state‑of‑the‑art equipment. We work with all major NAS brands and models, delivering high success rates and fast turnaround times.

How much does hard drive data recovery cost?

The cost of hard drive data recovery depends on the type of fault and complexity of the job. On average, prices range from £350 to £750, with a detailed quote provided after a free diagnosis.

How long does data recovery take?

Recovery times vary depending on urgency:

Emergency: within 48 hours
Express: 3–5 business days
Standard: 5–7 business days

How much does the diagnosis cost?

With RecData, collection, delivery, and diagnosis are free. We operate on a No Data, No Fee basis — you only pay if we successfully recover your data.

Do you offer collection and delivery across the UK?

Yes, we provide free, insured collection and delivery throughout the UK to ensure your media is transported securely.