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Glass replacement

Glass replacement needs the right specification and a practical access plan. We assess the unit, its location and handling requirements before agreeing the replacement work.

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Glass replacement — Facade Maintenance team and equipment
How we help

A clear process from assessment to handover.

01

Survey the glazing

We review the affected unit, dimensions, system and available information about the glass specification.

02

Plan handling and access

The team considers safe access and lifting arrangements, including MEWPs, rope access and specialist glass handling.

03

Replace and inspect

Replacement work is completed to the agreed scope, with checks of the installation and surrounding details.

Scope & suitability

Commercial and residential buildings, curtain walling, glazed entrances and specialist glazing.

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Can you assess glazing at height?

Yes. High-level access is part of the service. Access and lifting requirements must be assessed for the specific building before work is agreed.

Cracked glass, failed sealed units and high-level glazing

Glass replacement begins with identifying the existing glazing, its dimensions, location and installation requirements. A sealed insulating glass unit—often called a double-glazed unit—contains separate panes with a sealed space between them. Persistent misting inside that space is different from condensation on an accessible surface.

Glass specification, support, seals and the surrounding frame must be considered together. Glazing beads retain glass in many framed systems, while gaskets seal the interface. We assess the existing arrangement before agreeing replacement or re-bedding work.

Access and installation planning

High-level glazing can require a building maintenance unit, mobile elevating work platform, rope access or specialist lifting equipment. The method depends on the building, glass size, work area and site restrictions.

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What should I send when asking about glass replacement?

Send photographs of the damage and the surrounding frame, the building address and the floor or location. Include any available glazing specification or operation and maintenance information. Dimensions and the final specification need to be confirmed before replacement is arranged.

Tell us about your building.

Share the site address, the issue and any known access requirements. We will discuss the next step with you.

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