Security glazing in Belfast
From misted units to counter screens, security glazing in Belfast is measured on site and specified for the risk.
County Antrim includes much of Belfast's Victorian commercial centre, Titanic Quarter offices and suburban high streets, plus Lisburn, Ballymena and the towns of the north coast.
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Prices, options and local details for Belfast.
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Fitting in Belfast
We arrange surveys and fitting across Belfast and the BT1 postcode district, and in nearby Newtownabbey (4 miles), Holywood (5 miles) and Lisburn.
Nearby towns
- Newtownabbey4 miles
- Holywood5 miles
- Lisburn8 miles
- Comber8 miles
- Newtownards9 miles
- Carrickfergus10 miles
Rules that apply in Northern Ireland
Listed buildings and conservation areas
Listed buildings in Northern Ireland need listed building consent from the council for works affecting their character, which can include historic glass and sash windows. The Department for Communities' Historic Environment Division advises on these cases. Conservation areas bring extra scrutiny of shopfronts and external changes.
Safety glass in critical locations
In Northern Ireland, safety glazing is covered by Part V of the Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012, with guidance in Technical Booklet V. It follows a critical-location approach similar to Great Britain, covering glazing in and beside doors and at low level. Laminated or toughened safety glass is the usual answer; building control at the council can confirm the detail.
Planning permission
Planning in Northern Ireland is handled by the eleven councils, which decide whether a new or altered shopfront needs permission; changing the glass in an existing frame usually does not. Bollards or barriers on a public footway need consent from the Department for Infrastructure's roads service.
Security glazing in Belfast: questions
Do you fit security glass in Belfast?
Yes. We can arrange surveys and fitting in Belfast and the BT1 area.
How much does security glass cost in Belfast?
Our guide range for security glass for home windows in Belfast is £162 to £474 including VAT (£135 to £395 plus VAT) per window, including fitting. The survey is free for new installations and your fixed price follows in writing.
Do you cover Newtownabbey as well as Belfast?
Yes. As well as Belfast, we can arrange surveys in nearby Newtownabbey, Holywood and Lisburn. Dates depend on installer availability.
My double glazing has misted. Can it be fixed?
The sealed unit needs replacing. The frame stays, and the new unit can include a laminated pane for security.
How long before my glass is fitted?
Security glass is made to measure after the survey. We confirm the lead time with your quote.
Security glazing in Belfast
Free survey for new installations in Belfast.