At Darcey Quigley & Co, we know how frustrating it can be to wait months—or even years—for a business invoice to be paid. This is especially true when you’re chasing a high-value debt that should’ve been settled long ago. That’s why we’re proud to share another commercial debt recovery success story that shows just how quickly and efficiently our team works.

In this case, our client had been waiting over 12 months for a $60,000 payment from a customer who had gone quiet. Within one working day, the debt was paid in full.

The Background: $60,000 Owed, One Year Overdue

Our client, a well-respected business operating in the UK B2B sector, reached out to us with a long-outstanding invoice. The customer, based in Glasgow, owed just over $60,000, and despite multiple attempts to follow up, the payment had not been made.

At this point, the invoice was over a year old. The customer had stopped responding altogether, and internal recovery efforts had hit a dead end.

Escalating the Case to Darcey Quigley

With no progress being made, the client decided it was time to escalate and get a commercial debt recovery expert. They contacted our team to take over the case.

As with all new instructions, we quickly gathered the relevant paperwork and background information to ensure the case was ready for immediate action. Once our commercial debt recovery specialists reviewed the details, we got in contact with the debtor on the same day.

Payment in Full, Within 24 Hours

The result? Within just one working day, the debtor paid the invoice in full.

This is the power of professional third-party escalation. When a business knows the debt is now being handled by an experienced commercial recovery expert, it often prompts immediate payment, especially when there’s a risk of court action.

We didn’t need to go to court, but the formal approach and clear expectations we set made a real impact.

Why Businesses Trust Darcey Quigley

This case is just one of many examples that shows why businesses across the UK choose Darcey Quigley for their debt recovery needs.

We specialise in commercial debt recovery—no consumer debt, no chasing individuals. Our team specialises in business-to-business (B2B) cases, meaning we understand the pressures, risks, and urgency companies face when protecting their cash flow.

In this case, our client was relieved to recover such a significant sum without further delays or legal expenses.

Recovering Aged Debt Doesn’t Need to Be Difficult

It’s easy to assume that once a debt gets old, it’s too late to recover. But this case proves otherwise.

We regularly recover invoices that are 6, 12, or even 24 months overdue. While it’s always better to act sooner, age doesn’t necessarily reduce your chances of recovery, especially when the right team is involved.

If you’re holding onto historic invoices that haven’t been paid, speak to us. You might be surprised at what’s possible.

Speak to Our Team Today

At Darcey Quigley & Co, we’re committed to helping UK businesses recover money owed to them—quickly and professionally.

If you have a commercial debt that’s been dragging on, get in touch for a free consultation. There’s no obligation—just clear advice and fast action from a team that knows what it’s doing.

If you have outstanding international invoices, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team of commercial debt recovery experts today on 01698 821 468 or schedule a call for a time that suits you.