How much should I budget for security secondary glazing in West Sussex?
Expect £594 to £1,794 including VAT (£495 to £1,495 plus VAT) per window for security secondary glazing in West Sussex. The written quote names the glass makeup, the price and the lead time before you commit.
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.
Options for security secondary glazing in West Sussex
- Laminated glass in slim aluminium frames
- Colour-matched frames to suit the room
- Locks and catches that open from inside without a key
- Fixed within the reveal, leaving the original window untouched
- Low-E glass for better insulation
- Vertical sliding, horizontal sliding, hinged and lift-out styles
Covering West Sussex
We can arrange surveys and fitting anywhere in West Sussex, including Crawley and Worthing. Dates depend on installer availability. Choose your town below for local details.
West Sussex includes Chichester's Georgian city centre, the seaside towns of Worthing and Bognor Regis, Crawley's new-town centre and business parks, and Horsham's market-town streets.
Common uses:
- Listed homes and buildings in conservation areas
- Homes on busy roads wanting noise reduction
- Offices in historic buildings
- Period sash windows with original glass
Towns in West Sussex
- Bognor RegisPO21
- Burgess HillRH15
- ChichesterPO19
- CrawleyRH11
- East GrinsteadRH19
- Haywards HeathRH16
- HorshamRH12
- LittlehamptonBN17
- WorthingBN11
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: 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.
How it works
- Postcode and a few photos
- On-site survey
- Fixed written price and lead time
- Fit, check and explain
Security secondary glazing in West Sussex: questions
Which towns in West Sussex do you cover?
We can arrange work anywhere in West Sussex, including Crawley, Worthing, Bognor Regis, Littlehampton and Horsham, and in other towns across the area.
Do I need permission for secondary glazing in a listed building?
It depends on the building and the council. Internal secondary glazing usually has less impact than replacement windows, but listed building consent may still be needed. Ask the conservation officer before ordering.
Does secondary glazing reduce noise?
Yes, often noticeably, because of the air gap between the two panes. Laminated glass helps further.
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 West Sussex
- Security glazed doors and screens
- Shopfront security glass
- Toughened safety glass
- Blast-resistant glazing
- Bullet-resistant glass
- Commercial reglazing
Start with a guide price online, then we survey and fix the price in writing.
