E 30 – EI 120
Fire-Resistant Glass
Integrity and insulating fire glass supplied and fitted into tested frames.
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Hampshire · RG21
Insulated Fire Glass (EI) in Basingstoke
Insulated fire glass in Basingstoke is usually needed for one of three reasons: new building work, a change to an existing fire-resisting wall, or defects found in an inspection. We handle all three.
EI 30 – EI 120RG21England
Quote for Basingstoke
Tell us what you need. We reply with next steps and a guide price.
Insulated Fire Glass (EI) in Basingstoke: what's included
Insulated fire glass, classified EI, is glazing that maintains integrity and keeps the temperature rise on the non-fire side within set limits for the rated time. It is usually made of several glass panes bonded with interlayers that foam into an insulating barrier when heated, or with a clear gel that absorbs heat.
- Impact-classified insulating glass
- Handling and installation of heavy panes
- Matched glazing systems and seals
- Insulating glass in sealed double-glazed units
How we work in Basingstoke
England rules applied
Designs follow the building and fire safety rules that apply in England, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Evidence you can file
You receive the classification references, glass marks and installation photographs for your fire safety records.
Work around occupied buildings
We can phase work in Basingstoke around residents, staff or pupils, with out-of-hours options.
Before you order insulated fire glass: what matters
Exterior positions
Some EI products are internal only. External use needs a product and edge seal approved for UV and weather.
Storage on site
Insulating fire glass should be stored dry, upright and away from direct sun before fitting.
Thickness and weight
Each step up in rating adds layers, so EI 120 is far thicker and heavier than EI 30. The frame has to be designed for it.
Basingstoke coverage and nearby towns
We cover Basingstoke and the surrounding postcode districts, including RG21, RG24, RG22. Nearby towns we also serve include Fleet, Thatcham, Yateley. Basingstoke is about 46 km from Southampton, the largest town in our Hampshire coverage.
England regulations that shape the job
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.
Basingstoke building types
We can survey and quote for offices, schools and colleges and other building types in Basingstoke.
FAQs for Basingstoke
Does EI glass need replacing after a fire?
Yes. Once the interlayers have reacted, the glass has done its job and must be replaced.
What does EI 60 mean?
The glazing system kept fire on one side (integrity) and limited the temperature rise on the other side (insulation) for at least 60 minutes in a standard fire test.
Which rules apply to fire-rated glazing in Basingstoke?
Building work in Basingstoke follows the Building Regulations 2010 and Approved Document B, and occupied buildings are covered by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
How quickly can you survey in Basingstoke?
Survey timing in Basingstoke depends on access, the size of the building and how urgent the defect is. Tell us your deadline when you enquire and we will confirm a date before you commit.
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How a Basingstoke job runs
Start with the brief
Tell us the rating required, sizes and building type, or ask us to find out.
Survey
We visit Basingstoke to measure, record existing marks and check the frames and substrate.
Written quote
You receive a written quote naming the tested system and classification.
Complete and document
Work is completed to the manufacturer's details and documented for your records.