Fire Compartmentation Services
Fire Compartmentation Services
Our services identify weaknesses in fire compartmentation within buildings: protecting lives, ensuring compliance, and enabling swift remediation. Designed for residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties.
Watch this short video for a bit more detail on the compartmentation services we offer and when they’re needed…
Why do I need Compartmentation Services?
Fire compartmentation is designed to slow the spread of fire and smoke throughout a building, but over time, it can become compromised by poor installation, maintenance works, or general wear and tear.
Fire Stopping Surveys, Type 2 and Type 4 Fire Risk Assessments can all help you understand where these risks exist and what needs to be done to put them right.
When is a Fire Stopping Survey suitable?
✓ You manage a high-rise or higher-risk residential building
✓ There have been recent refurbishments or contractor works
✓ You have little or no record of existing fire stopping
✓ Your Fire Risk Assessment highlights compartmentation concerns
✓ You need clarity before starting remediation works or applying for a BAC
✓ You want to reduce liability and demonstrate due diligence
When is a Type 2 or 4 Fire Risk Assessment Suitable?
✓ Type 1 or 3 Fire Risk Assessments are not sufficient
✓ There is uncertainty around how the building was constructed
✓ You need intrusive inspection to validate fire safety assumptions
✓ Previous reports recommend intrusive investigation
How it works
1. Initial Inquiry
Get in touch with your building details and requirements. Our team will guide you.
2. Survey Planning
We define the survey scope, including sample areas, intrusive requirements, and access needs.
3. On-Site Inspection
Our assessors carry out your survey or assessment, identifying breaches, gaps, and poor fire stopping.
4. Reporting & Evidence
You receive a clear, structured report with photographs, risk ratings, and actionable recommendations.
5. Next Steps & Support
We help you understand the findings and can support with further investigations if needed.
Key Considerations Before Proceeding
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Whether you need compliance, remediation, or reassurance will shape the scope of works.
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Type 2 and Type 4 Fire Risk Assessments involve opening up parts of the building.
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Some services require access to individual units and hidden areas.
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Carrying out surveys and remediation in a coordinated way can reduce disruption and cost.
Why do I need Compartmentation Services?
Compartmentation Services help you meet your responsibilities under fire safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Building Safety Act 2022.
By identifying and addressing breaches in fire-resisting construction, you can demonstrate that reasonable steps have been taken to manage fire risk and protect occupants.
When is a Fire Stopping Survey suitable?
Review any existing fire risk assessments or reports
Gather available building plans and fire strategy documents
Identify any known areas of concern or recent works
Consider your objective (e.g. compliance, remediation planning, BAC readiness)
