Archive | Enforcement Services

Although many people may have heard the phrase “reasonable force” before, this is most likely in the context of a homeowner defending themselves from an intruder. However, for enforcement agents, the definition of reasonable force is markedly different. Enforcement agents are permitted to enter a building if they can get in using an unlocked door […]

A Certificated Enforcement Officer is someone who can do the job often referred to as a bailiff but also has the qualifications and experience to show they do the job properly and within all the applicable laws. When you or your company employ an enforcement officer, you should always check they are certified to protect […]

We are pleased to announce that due to our high-quality customer service, Able Investigations & Enforcements have been awarded an ISO 9001 Certification. As one of the leading authorities in our field, this certification shows we are living up to the high standards we set ourselves and consistently deliver a valuable service for our clients. […]

If deciding whether to seek assistance from an enforcement agency, it is worth understanding how they will help and work with you. While our team work differently depending on the case, here is a brief overview of how our bailiffs (now known as enforcement officers) and the rest of our team work to help you. […]

Recently, we were tasked with helping a local charity regain control of their property near the city centre. A complex situation arose when squatters occupied the building. From then on, a local minister took steps to request occupants leave the premises, however, after they refused to leave a court order was approved. (more…)

This year, on Christmas and Boxing Day, you will be unable to get in touch with our team by calling our main phone number as our offices will be shut on Sunday the 25th and  Monday the 26th December. If you do happen to need emergency assistance, you can contact Steve Wood on 07721 460028, […]

If you are in a position where you need to recover money owed to you, but know the debtor does not have the funds to pay, then it is likely you will need to seize goods to cover their debt. Using a high court order called a writ of control allows you to take control […]

What is a Bailiff? The word bailiff is actually an old Middle English word so has been in use for over 500 years. It means “manager”, “custodian” or “legal officer” and was used to describe someone who was given power by the Court to carry out (execute) the decisions of a Court, such as serving […]

Able Investigations strongly believe in supporting our local community, which is why we were keen to donate in support of Macmillan Cancer Care and their Wellbeing Centre in Southmead Hospital recently. (more…)

Evicting troublesome tenants from a residential property is always a difficult task, and with the introduction of new court processes for evictions using a High Court Enforcement Officer (HCEO), it is likely to become temporarily more difficult while landlords learn about the new procedures. (more…)