Flash Drive Data Recovery Specialists – Chip-off Experts

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USB flash drives are a convenient way to store and transport data, but they are also prone to sudden failures. For businesses, the loss of a flash drive can mean confidential documents, presentations, or project files becoming inaccessible. For private users, it may involve losing treasured photos, videos, or study materials.

At RecData, we provide professional flash drive and USB data recovery services across the UK, offering advanced repair methods, chip-level recovery, and partnerships with ISO-certified cleanroom labs to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Why Flash Drives Fail

Flash drives rely on NAND memory and simple controllers, which makes them compact but vulnerable. Common causes of USB and flash drive data loss include:

Physical damage (broken connector, cracked casing, liquid or fire damage)
Electronic issues (damaged PCB, power surge, short circuit)
Controller failure (device not recognised, no response)
NAND memory corruption (bad blocks, degraded cells)
Firmware corruption (drive stuck in read-only mode)
File system issues (corruption, accidental formatting, deletion)
Malware or ransomware infections affecting portable drives

Unlike standard storage, flash memory requires specialised chip-off and reprogramming techniques for successful recovery.

RecData Flash Drive Recovery Process

Free evaluation of the flash drive and initial diagnosis.
Physical repair of connectors, PCBs, or casings if needed.
Chip-off recovery: direct extraction of NAND memory when electronics fail.
Controller repair or reprogramming to access data.
Advanced imaging of NAND flash chips for stable recovery.
Logical reconstruction of file systems to restore usable files.
No recovery – No fee guarantee for complete transparency.

Supported Flash Drives & Brands

RecData supports recovery for:

USB flash drives of all capacities and formats
SD cards, microSD cards, CF cards used in cameras and mobile devices
Encrypted flash drives (BitLocker, hardware encrypted)
Corporate secure USB drives with proprietary encryption

Brands include SanDisk, Kingston, Corsair, Lexar, Samsung, Transcend, Toshiba, PNY, Verbatim and others.

Nationwide Coverage for UK Clients

RecData is based in London but operates nationwide across the UK, including Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Bristol, Sheffield, Belfast and more.

By partnering with ISO-certified cleanroom laboratories, we can handle even the most complex flash memory recoveries with maximum security and reliability.

Case Studies

Damaged Corporate USB (Consulting Firm, London)

Issue: A consultant’s encrypted flash drive broke physically, leaving critical client reports inaccessible.
Solution: PCB repair and chip-off recovery extracted the data.
Result: 100% recovery, client presentations delivered on time.

Corrupted USB Stick (University Student, Manchester)

Issue: A student’s Kingston USB failed before a dissertation submission.
Solution: Controller repair and logical recovery restored key files.
Result: Dissertation recovered and submitted without delay.

SD Card Failure (Photographer, Birmingham)

Issue: A SanDisk SD card from a professional camera became unreadable after file system corruption.
Solution: Advanced imaging and file carving restored raw images.
Result: Over 95% of photos recovered, saving an entire client project.

FAQ – Flash Drive Data Recovery UK

How much does flash drive recovery cost?

Recovery typically ranges from £350 to £750 per device, depending on whether the issue is physical, electronic, or logical. Diagnosis and quotation are always free.

How long does flash drive recovery take?

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

Best flash drive recovery company in the UK?

RecData is recognised as one of the leading flash drive recovery specialists in the UK, with nationwide coverage and strong collaboration with ISO-certified cleanroom labs.

Why Choose RecData

Expertise in USB flash drives, SD/microSD, CF cards and encrypted devices
Chip-off NAND recovery for complex failures
Partnerships with ISO-certified cleanroom labs
UK-wide coverage with fast turnaround times
Trusted by both enterprises and private users
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.