- Postcode area
- SP
- County
- Hampshire
- Region
- South East
- Population (approx.)
- 42,000
- From our Birmingham office
- 95 miles
- Typical lead time
- 4–6 weeks
How do Andover buildings affect the install?
Offices in Andover range from first-floor suites above the high street to modern units on the edge of town, and the right partition system depends as much on the building as on the budget.
Smaller floorplates in Andover make every metre count, so we often recommend glass that keeps daylight moving across the office while still giving managers a private room.
Fire Rated Glass Partitions prices in Andover
Insulated EI glass costs considerably more than integrity-only E glass, and the duration, frame system and fire-rated door sets account for most of the remaining range. Typical lead time: 4–6 weeks. Guide prices, supply and install — fixed after a free survey.
Why use us for fire rated glass partitions in Andover?
Evidence handed over
We provide the manufacturer's test evidence and classification for the installed system, so Building Control, insurers and landlords can verify what is in the wall.
Tidy, protected sites
Floors and finishes are protected, waste is removed and the area is cleaned before handover.
Free survey in Andover
We measure the space, check ceilings, floors and services, and talk through how you want the office to work before anything is priced.
Light through fire lines
Corridors, stair lobbies and compartment walls can stay bright and open while still meeting the fire strategy, instead of becoming dark solid-walled routes.
Typical fire rated glass partitions projects we see in Andover include stair and lift lobbies, server and plant room fronts and compartment walls between tenancies. Fire-rated glazed doors are supplied as complete tested door sets with compatible hardware, avoiding the common fault of mixing uncertified components.
Specification highlights
| Classification | E 30 / E 60 (integrity) or EI 30 / EI 60 (integrity and insulation) |
|---|---|
| Partition test standard | Non-loadbearing partitions tested to BS EN 1364-1 |
| Acoustic | EI glass typically gives approx. Rw 38–45 dB depending on build-up (lab) |
Do you survey in Andover?
Our office is in Great Barr, Birmingham — roughly 95 miles from Andover as the crow flies — and survey and installation teams are arranged regionally, so distance does not change the price structure.
In England, partition works that affect fire safety or means of escape fall under the Building Regulations, so we flag anything that may need Building Control at survey stage.
What happens next?
Measure and assess
We take accurate measurements on site in Andover, check the ceiling void and floor, and agree what the new layout must achieve.
Specification sign-off
Drawings, system choice, glass and door details are confirmed in writing alongside a fixed quote.
Manufacture and planning
Glass and components are made to the surveyed sizes while we plan access, deliveries and any out-of-hours working.
Fit, check and hand over
Installation is completed, doors and seals are adjusted, the area is cleaned and the job is signed off with you.
Fire Rated Glass Partitions in Andover: FAQs
How much do fire rated glass partitions cost in Andover?
Our guide price for fire rated glass partitions is £850–£1,400 per m², supply and install, excluding VAT. The final price for a Andover project depends on the measured size, doors, glass or board specification and access, and is fixed after the free survey.
Can you work out of hours at our Andover office?
Yes. Evening and weekend installation can be arranged in Andover so the office keeps running. Out-of-hours working usually adds a percentage to the labour cost, which is shown clearly on the quote.
What is the difference between E and EI fire rated glass?
E rated glass provides integrity only: it stops flames and hot gases passing through for the stated time but transmits heat. EI rated glass also provides insulation, limiting the temperature on the protected side, so people can pass close to it safely. EI is required in many escape routes and costs considerably more.
How long does a fire rated glass partition last in a fire?
Most office systems are classified for 30 or 60 minutes, written as E 30, EI 30, E 60 or EI 60. The figure is the time the tested system kept its integrity, and insulation where stated, in a standard furnace test to BS EN 1364-1. The duration you need is set by the building's fire strategy.
Ready to plan fire rated glass partitions in Andover? Send a few details or call us and we will book a survey at a time that suits.