England · 34 postcode districts
Fire-Rated Windows across West Sussex
We take fire-rated windows enquiries from across West Sussex, with surveys arranged in Crawley, Worthing, Bognor Regis, Littlehampton, Horsham and the surrounding towns.
E 30 – EI 60EnglandBNRHPO
Quote for West Sussex
Tell us what you need. We reply with next steps and a guide price.
What our fire-rated windows service includes in West Sussex
Most fire-rated windows are fixed lights, because opening windows need the opening sash, hinges and locks to be tested too. We supply and install fixed and, where tested, opening fire-rated windows in steel, aluminium and timber, matched to the surrounding windows where possible.
- External-grade fire glass in sealed units
- Tested opening fire-rated windows where available
- Matching sightlines to adjacent non-rated windows
What to check before ordering in West Sussex
Escape windows are different
Windows used for escape from rooms have their own size and opening rules, and should not be confused with fire-resisting windows.
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.
Ventilation
If a fire-rated window cannot open, ventilation may need another route. We coordinate with the designer.
Regulations for West Sussex projects
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.
In higher-risk buildings, broadly 18 metres or seven storeys with two or more homes, the Building Safety Regulator is the building control authority. England is also phasing out BS 476 references from Approved Document B, with the remaining fire-resistance references due to go in September 2029.
Fire-Rated Windows by town in West Sussex
Our West Sussex coverage spans 34 postcode districts across the BN, RH, PO, GU postcode areas.
Crawley (RH11)Worthing (BN11)Bognor Regis (PO21)Littlehampton (BN17)Horsham (RH12)Haywards Heath (RH16)Chichester (PO19)Burgess Hill (RH15)East Grinstead (RH19)
Fire-Rated Windows in West Sussex: questions
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.
Do fire-rated windows look different?
Frames can be slightly heavier, but most can be finished to match surrounding windows.
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 West Sussex?
Yes. We take enquiries from across West Sussex, including Crawley and Worthing, Bognor Regis, Littlehampton, Horsham, and arrange surveys to suit your programme.
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Process
From enquiry to handover in West Sussex
Start with the brief
Tell us the rating required, sizes and building type, or ask us to find out.
Survey
We visit West Sussex to measure, record existing marks and check the frames and substrate.
Written proposal
We set out the system, glass, evidence and programme, with a fixed price.
Fit and record
We install, photograph seals and fixings before closing up, and hand over the schedule.