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Answers to the questions we're asked most often. Can't find what you need? Get in touch.

Are you a main contractor or a subcontractor?

Both. We deliver and manage complete programmes — planned maintenance, refurbishment and building-safety works — and we also provide specialist packages (fire doors, fire stopping, IWI, glazing, electrical) to main contractors and housing providers.

What areas do you cover?

London and the South East. For larger programmes and framework works we can travel further — just ask.

Are your fire doors and fire stopping certified?

Yes. We hold BM TRADA Q-Mark certification for fire door installation and passive fire stopping, and FIRAS certification — so works are third-party certified for your building safety file.

How often is an EICR needed?

Rented homes and HMOs must be tested at least every 5 years (a legal requirement). Owner-occupied homes are typically every 10 years, and commercial premises usually every 5 years.

Do you carry out PAT testing?

Yes — portable appliance testing for landlords, offices and commercial premises, registered with NICEIC.

What is fire stopping and compartmentation?

Sealing gaps and service penetrations (pipes, cables, ducts) and maintaining fire-resisting walls and floors, so fire and smoke are contained and can't spread between compartments.

Are your operatives vetted and qualified?

Yes. Our operatives hold CSCS, FIRAS and fire-door installation training, are DBS checked, and work to documented method statements. Certificates are available on request.

Do you offer retrofit assessments?

Yes — retrofit, occupancy and ventilation assessments and full retrofit coordination under PAS 2035, plus installation under PAS 2030.

Are you insured?

Yes — £10m employers' liability, £5m public liability, £5m products liability and £3m professional indemnity, suited to public-sector contracts.

How do I get a quote or book a survey?

Use our booking form to request a survey with your preferred date, call 020 8848 7181, or send your details via the contact page.

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