England · 57 postcode districts
Fire-Rated Windows for Surrey buildings
We take fire-rated windows enquiries from across Surrey, with surveys arranged in Woking, Guildford, Esher, Redhill, Staines-upon-Thames and the surrounding towns.
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Quote for Surrey
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Choose a town in Surrey
We cover fire-rated windows in Woking and across Surrey, including Guildford, Esher, Redhill, Staines-upon-Thames.
Woking (GU22)Guildford (GU1)Esher (KT10)Redhill (RH1)Staines-upon-Thames (TW18)Banstead (SM7)Leatherhead (KT22)Ewell (KT17)Farnham (GU9)Epsom (KT17)Camberley (GU15)Egham (TW20)Sunbury-on-Thames (TW16)Ashford (Surrey) (TW15)Walton-on-Thames (KT12)Godalming (GU7)Reigate (RH2)Horley (RH6)Caterham (CR3)
Fire-Rated Windows: an overview for Surrey
Fire-rated windows are windows tested as complete units to resist fire, needed where an external wall must protect a neighbouring property, where a window looks onto a protected stair or escape route, or where two parts of a building face each other at close range.
- Boundary-wall and escape-route windows
- Matching sightlines to adjacent non-rated windows
- External-grade fire glass in sealed units
Key checks for Surrey projects
Retrofits
Replacing a non-rated window near a boundary is often triggered by an extension or change of use. We survey the opening before quoting.
Matching appearance
Rated windows can usually be finished to match the rest of the elevation.
Why fixed lights are common
An opening sash introduces gaps and hardware that all need testing. Fixed fire-rated windows are simpler and more widely available.
England rules for fire glazing
England Which rules apply?
Building work in England is covered by the Building Regulations 2010, with fire safety guidance in Approved Document B and impact safety guidance for glazing in Approved Document K.
Once a building is in use, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person to maintain fire safety measures, including fire-resisting glazing. The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 add duties for multi-occupied residential buildings, including fire door checks in buildings over 11 metres.
FAQs for Surrey
When do I need a fire-rated window?
Usually when a wall is close to a boundary, when a window overlooks a protected escape route, or when part of a building faces another part at close range. Your designer or building control will confirm.
Is fire-rated glass in a standard window enough?
No. The frame, glazing system and fixings also need to be part of a tested window.
Can fire-rated windows open?
Some can, if the opening version has been tested. Fixed fire-rated windows are more common.
Do you cover all of Surrey?
Yes. We take enquiries from across Surrey, including Woking and Guildford, Esher, Redhill, Staines-upon-Thames, and arrange surveys to suit your programme.
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Process
From enquiry to handover in Surrey
Tell us what you have
Send drawings, a fire risk assessment action or photos of the glass marks.
Site visit
A survey in Surrey confirms sizes, access, existing evidence and fixing conditions.
Written quote
You receive a written quote naming the tested system and classification.
Fit and record
We install, photograph seals and fixings before closing up, and hand over the schedule.