Our intrusive survey process
A visual inspection is rarely enough to determine the true fire risk of a façade. Our external wall surveys are rigorous and intrusive, designed to uncover the exact build-up of your building’s external envelope.
Intrusive opening-up works
Our fire engineers will conduct a meticulous inspection of all concealed materials, working our way from the rear face of the internal plasterboard right through to the external building face. This allows us to assess:
- the type and condition of external cladding or render
- the presence, type, and combustibility of insulation
- the correct installation and condition of cavity barriers and fire stopping
- the structural framing and sheathing boards.
Material assessment and testing
Once the materials are identified, our fire engineers assess them against multiple criteria:
- The Building Regulations and design guidance relevant at the time of the building’s original construction.
- Current Building Regulations (Part B) and up-to-date government guidance.
- Where required, the methodology set out in PAS 9980 (Fire Risk Appraisal of External Wall Construction).
Comprehensive reporting
Following the survey, we provide a detailed, easy-to-understand report outlining our findings, the associated fire risks and a clear roadmap for any necessary remediation works.
Why choose Robson Frankham?
- Specialist fire engineers: our surveys are led by highly qualified fire engineers, ensuring a deep technical understanding of fire behaviour and compartmentation.
- Minimising disruption: we plan our opening-up works strategically to gather the maximum amount of data with the minimum amount of disruption to residents and the building fabric.
- End-to-end remediation support: if dangerous materials are found, we don’t just hand you a problem; our architectural and surveying team can design and manage the complete cladding remediation project.
- Regulatory authority: we help you navigate complex and evolving legislation, ensuring your building safety cases are supported by robust, independent data.
Meet the expert
Meet our fire engineering lead
Anthony Robson
Director (Fire Engineering)
