How much should I budget for security secondary glazing in Hythe?
Typical prices for security secondary glazing in Hythe are £594 to £1,794 including VAT (£495 to £1,495 plus VAT) per window, supplied and fitted. Use the quote tool for a guide figure, then we survey and confirm a fixed price.
Security secondary glazing is a separate slim window fitted on the room side of an existing window, glazed with laminated glass so it forms a second barrier. It leaves the original window untouched outside, which makes it a common choice for listed buildings, conservation areas and period sash windows.
What you can specify
- Low-E glass for better insulation
- Locks and catches that open from inside without a key
- Laminated glass in slim aluminium frames
- Vertical sliding, horizontal sliding, hinged and lift-out styles
- Fixed within the reveal, leaving the original window untouched
- Noise and draught reduction
Fitting in Hythe and nearby
We arrange surveys and fitting in Hythe and across the SO45 postcode district, as well as in nearby Southampton (3 miles) and Totton (6 miles). Dates depend on installer availability.
Hampshire covers the port-city shops and offices of Southampton and Portsmouth, Winchester's listed centre, and commuter estates around Basingstoke, Eastleigh and Fareham.
Common uses:
- Listed homes and buildings in conservation areas
- Offices in historic buildings
- Homes on busy roads wanting noise reduction
- Ground-floor flats in converted townhouses
What to think about first
How it opens
Match the opening style to the original window so both can be opened, cleaned and used for ventilation.
Escape and ventilation
On windows used for escape, the secondary glazing must open quickly from inside without a key or tool.
Consents and safety: England
Windows needed for escape
Approved Document B expects many habitable rooms in houses, particularly upstairs, to have an escape window with a clear opening of at least 0.33 m², at least 450 mm high and 450 mm wide, with the bottom of the opening no more than 1,100 mm above the floor. Changing the glass does not alter that, but locks, secondary glazing and film must not stop the window opening. Laminated glass is hard to break through, so escape always relies on the window opening.
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.
How it works
- Send sizes or use the quote tool
- Free survey at your Hythe address
- Fixed price in writing
- Glass made, then fitted
Security secondary glazing in Hythe: questions
Do you cover Southampton as well as Hythe?
Yes. As well as Hythe, we can arrange surveys in nearby Southampton, Totton and Eastleigh. Dates depend on installer availability.
Can I still open my sash windows?
Yes. Secondary glazing slides, hinges or lifts out so the original window can be opened and cleaned.
Is secondary glazing safe for escape windows?
It can be, as long as it opens quickly from inside without a key. We design catches and handles for that.
Will secondary glazing cause condensation?
A well-fitted unit usually reduces condensation on the inner pane. Some ventilation of the gap may be needed, which we discuss at the survey.
Security secondary glazing in nearby towns
Other glazing in Hythe
- Laminated roof and conservatory glass
- Misted unit replacement with laminated glass
- Counter and reception security screens
- Display case security glass
- Blast-resistant glazing
- Kiosk and booth security glazing
Ready for a price? Use the form or call 0800 088 6248.