Security glazing in Essex
Security and safety glass throughout Essex, with a free survey and a fixed price in writing.
Essex runs from Chelmsford and Colchester's town-centre retail and Georgian streets to Southend's seafront and large post-war and new-build estates in Basildon and Harlow.
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Each link shows prices, options and the rules that apply here.
Security glass types
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Towns covered in Essex
We can arrange surveys and fitting anywhere in Essex. Pick your town for local pages, or send your postcode with your enquiry.
Towns we cover in Essex
- Basildon SS14
- Benfleet SS7
- Billericay CM11
- Braintree CM7
- Brentwood CM14
- Canvey Island SS8
- Chelmsford CM1
- Clacton-on-Sea CO15
- Colchester CO1
- Grays RM17
- Harlow CM17
- Harwich CO12
- Loughton IG10
- Maldon CM9
- Rayleigh SS6
- South Ockendon RM15
- Southend-on-Sea SS1
- Stanford-le-Hope SS17
- Waltham Abbey EN9
- Wickford SS12
- Witham CM8
Rules that apply in England
Replacing glass in an existing frame
Replacing only the glass or sealed unit in an existing frame is generally treated as a repair in England rather than notifiable building work. Replacing a whole window or door is notifiable and is normally certified through a competent person scheme or approved by building control. Either way, new glass in a critical location should still be safety glass.
Listed buildings and conservation areas
In England, listed building consent from the council may be needed to replace historic glass such as crown or cylinder glass, or to alter glazing bars, sashes and frames. Historic England publishes guidance on traditional windows. Secondary glazing and window film are often easier to agree because they can be removed later, but the council's conservation officer makes the decision.
Safety glass in critical locations
In England, section 5 of Approved Document K treats glazing in doors and in side panels within 300 mm of a door edge, from floor level up to 1,500 mm, and any other glazing below 800 mm, as a critical location. Glass there should break safely, be robust, or be guarded. Laminated or toughened glass meeting BS EN 12600 class 3 is the usual answer, rising to class 2 for door and side-panel panes wider than 900 mm.
Security glazing in Essex: questions
Do you fit security glass across Essex?
We can arrange work anywhere in Essex, including Southend-on-Sea, Basildon, Colchester, Chelmsford and Harlow, and in other towns across the area.
How much does security glass cost in Essex?
As a guide, laminated security glass costs £145 to £495 plus VAT (£174 to £594 inc VAT) per pane, anti-bandit glass £450 to £2,995 plus VAT (£540 to £3,594 inc VAT) per pane and security film £45 to £110 plus VAT (£54 to £132 inc VAT) per m², supplied and fitted. Fixed prices follow a free survey.
Do I need permission to replace glass in Essex?
Replacing glass in an existing frame is usually treated as a repair rather than notifiable building work, but new glass in a critical location (doors, side panels and low-level glazing) should be safety glass under Approved Document K. Listed buildings may need listed building consent. The rules section on this page has the detail.
Is the survey free?
Yes, for new installations. Broken glass replacement and bead security visits are charged, and the price is confirmed before we attend. For broken glass, the visit charge is deducted from the price if you go ahead with the replacement.
How do I pay?
Payment terms are set out in your written quote before any work starts.
Security glazing in Essex
Free survey for new installations across Essex.