How much should I budget for security secondary glazing in Kirkwall?
As a guide, security secondary glazing costs £594 to £1,794 including VAT (£495 to £1,495 plus VAT) per window. Because work in Kirkwall is arranged individually, we confirm the full price, including any travel, in writing first.
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.
Specification at a glance
- Noise and draught reduction
- Fixed within the reveal, leaving the original window untouched
- Low-E glass for better insulation
- Laminated glass in slim aluminium frames
- Colour-matched frames to suit the room
- Vertical sliding, horizontal sliding, hinged and lift-out styles
Fitting in Kirkwall
Surveys and fitting in Kirkwall are arranged case by case because of travel and glass delivery. Tell us about the job and we will come back with options.
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.
Common uses:
- Homes on busy roads wanting noise reduction
- Listed homes and buildings in conservation areas
- Offices in historic buildings
- Period sash windows with original glass
What to think about first
Frame colour and sightlines
Slim frames that line up with the existing meeting rails make the secondary glazing almost invisible from outside.
Escape and ventilation
On windows used for escape, the secondary glazing must open quickly from inside without a key or tool.
Consents and safety: 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.
Planning permission
Under the Scottish planning system the council decides whether a new or altered shopfront needs planning permission; changing the glass in an existing frame usually does not. Bollards or barriers in a road or footway need consent from the roads authority, which is normally the council.
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 secondary glazing 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.
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.
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.
Can I still open my sash windows?
Yes. Secondary glazing slides, hinges or lifts out so the original window can be opened and cleaned.
Other glazing in Kirkwall
- Security glass for doors
- Counter and reception security screens
- Display case security glass
- Security double-glazed units
- Bullet-resistant glass
- Shopfront security glass
Send sizes and photos with the form, or call 0800 088 6248.