Building facades across Barnes are subject to weathering, material degradation, structural movement and fire safety concerns. Our facade investigation team provides detailed assessment of external wall systems to inform maintenance, remediation and safety decisions.
We investigate facade defects and performance issues across Barnes, covering all external wall types from traditional masonry to modern curtain walling and rainscreen cladding systems.
Investigation of cladding systems on buildings in Barnes, assessing condition, fire performance, fixing adequacy and weather tightness.
Assessment of traditional masonry facades across Barnes, investigating cracking, spalling, mortar decay and structural adequacy.
Investigation of curtain walling systems on commercial and residential buildings in Barnes, assessing seal integrity, glass condition and frame corrosion.
Planned maintenance assessment for building facades in Barnes, identifying priority repairs and projecting lifecycle costs for external wall elements.
We investigate all facade types in Barnes including brick and stone masonry, render, cladding systems, curtain walling, rainscreen panels and composite external wall systems.
We use a range of access methods including cradles, mast climbers, abseiling and drones depending on the building height and facade type. We select the most appropriate and cost-effective method for each building in Barnes.
Yes. We frequently combine facade investigations with PAS 9980 fire risk appraisals for buildings in Barnes, providing a comprehensive assessment of both condition and fire performance.
We recommend facade inspections every five to ten years as part of planned maintenance, or sooner if defects become visible. Higher-risk elements like cladding fixings may warrant more frequent assessment.