Security glass for home windows in Kirkwall: what will it cost?
As a guide, security glass for home windows costs £162 to £474 including VAT (£135 to £395 plus VAT) per window. Because work in Kirkwall is arranged individually, we confirm the full price, including any travel, in writing first.
Security glass for home windows means replacing the glass in your existing frames with laminated glass or sealed units that have a laminated pane. The windows look and open exactly as before, but breaking the glass becomes a slow, noisy job rather than a quick way into the house.
What you can specify
- Laminated inner pane in new sealed units
- Frames, handles and locks left in place
- Security tape or clips on externally beaded windows
- Toughened outer pane where safety glass is required
- Same overall thickness as your current units where possible
- Obscure glass for bathrooms and landings
Fitting in Kirkwall
Work in Kirkwall (KW15) is arranged individually. Send your postcode, sizes and a photo, and we will confirm what is possible and when.
The island groups have small stone-built towns such as Kirkwall, Lerwick and Stornoway and scattered rural properties, with exposed weather and ferry freight for every glass delivery.
Typical settings for security glass for home windows:
- Bungalows, where every window is at ground level
- Windows beside flat roofs, porches and extensions
- Flats on walkways and balconies
- Ground-floor windows at the back of the house
Getting the right glass for your building
Laminated inner or both panes
A laminated inner pane suits most homes. Laminating both panes adds protection on hidden elevations.
Beads inside or out
Externally beaded windows can have the glass removed from outside. We fit security tape or clips so that route is closed.
What the rules say in Scotland
Replacing glass in an existing frame
In Scotland, replacing glass in an existing frame is normally treated as a repair rather than work needing a building warrant. Whether replacing whole windows or doors needs a warrant depends on the building, and the work should still meet the building standards. The council's building standards service can confirm what applies.
Safety glass in critical locations
In Scotland, standard 4.8 of the Building Standards technical handbooks covers glazing at risk of human impact. Panes within 800 mm of floor level, in a door leaf, or within 300 mm of a door leaf and up to 1.5 m above the floor should resist impact in line with BS 6262-4, or be guarded. Laminated and toughened glass are the usual ways to meet it.
How it works
- Send sizes, photos and your postcode
- We confirm what is possible and when
- Fixed price in writing
- Glass made, delivered and fitted
Security glass for home windows in Kirkwall: questions
Can you work in Kirkwall?
Work in Kirkwall is arranged individually because of travel. Send your postcode and details and we will confirm what is possible.
Do I need new windows to get security glass?
No. If your frames are in good condition, we replace just the glass with laminated units made to fit them.
Which windows do burglars target?
Mostly ground-floor windows at the back and side, and windows that can be reached from flat roofs or walls. Those are the ones we suggest upgrading first.
Will security glass make my home warmer or colder?
Choosing low-E glass, argon fill and warm-edge spacers usually matches or beats older units, so most people notice no change or an improvement.
Other glazing in Kirkwall
- Bullet-resistant glass
- Security window film
- Security glazed doors and screens
- Security double-glazed units
- Blast-resistant glazing
- Kiosk and booth security glazing
Send sizes and photos with the form, or call 0800 088 6248.