- Postcode area
- CM
- County
- Essex
- Region
- East of England
- Population (approx.)
- 112,000
- From our Birmingham office
- 116 miles
- Typical lead time
- 1–3 weeks
Planning fire rated partition walls in Chelmsford: local points
Converted buildings in and around Chelmsford often bring tricky ceiling lines and out-of-square walls; site-measured glass and adjustable head tracks take care of both.
For Chelmsford offices that stay occupied during the works, we split the installation into zones so only a small part of the floor is affected at any one time.
What do fire rated partition walls cost in Chelmsford?
The required duration (30, 60 or 90 minutes), number of fire board layers, wall height and the extent of fire stopping around services and at the head set the price. Typical lead time: 1–3 weeks. Guide prices, supply and install — fixed after a free survey.
Why do Chelmsford businesses choose us?
Snagging and aftercare
We return to adjust doors and closers after the building settles, and repairs or alterations are only a call away.
Tested systems, documented
We use manufacturers' tested partition systems and hand over the relevant performance and test evidence at completion.
Built to the tested system
We follow the manufacturer's tested details for studs, boards, fixings and head, so the wall achieves the classification it is meant to have.
Handover records
You receive the system classification, fire-stopping record and photographs, giving your fire risk assessor and Building Control clear evidence of what was built.
Typical fire rated partition walls projects we see in Chelmsford include stair and lift enclosures, riser enclosures and kitchens and storage rooms. Multi-layer fire walls are also good acoustic walls, so plant rooms and stair enclosures keep noise away from the surrounding office.
Key specifications
| Test standard | Non-loadbearing walls tested to BS EN 1364-1 (older data to BS 476-22) |
|---|---|
| Framing | Steel studs 50–146mm at the system's specified centres |
| Boarding | One to three layers of 12.5mm or 15mm fire-resistant plasterboard each side |
Covering Chelmsford and nearby
Survey visits across Essex — including Chelmsford, Billericay and Braintree — are free and carry no obligation. We measure, photograph and note services so the quote is accurate first time.
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.
How does a Chelmsford project run?
Book a survey
A member of the team measures the Chelmsford office, notes access and services, and discusses layout, privacy and acoustics with you.
Design and fixed price
You receive a layout, specification and a fixed, itemised quote. Nothing is ordered until you are happy with the drawings.
Order and schedule
Materials are ordered to exact sizes and we agree installation dates, working hours and site rules with you.
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 Partition Walls in Chelmsford: FAQs
How much do fire rated partition walls cost in Chelmsford?
Our guide price for fire rated partition walls is £75–£125 per m², supply and install, excluding VAT. The final price for a Chelmsford project depends on the measured size, doors, glass or board specification and access, and is fixed after the free survey.
Do you cover areas near Chelmsford?
Yes. As well as Chelmsford we regularly cover Billericay, Braintree and Brentwood, plus the rest of Essex and East of England. Survey and installation teams are arranged regionally.
What makes a partition wall fire rated?
A partition wall is fire rated when it is built to a manufacturer's tested system, using the specified studs, fire-resistant boards, insulation, fixings and head detail, and installed exactly as tested. Every service penetration must also be fire stopped with compatible tested products. Using fire board alone does not make a wall fire rated.
How long does a fire rated stud wall last in a fire?
Office fire walls are commonly classified for 30, 60 or 90 minutes, such as EI 30 or EI 60. That figure is the time the tested wall maintained integrity and insulation in a standard furnace test. The duration you need is set by the building's fire strategy and Approved Document B.
Speak to us about fire rated partition walls for your Chelmsford premises — free survey, clear drawings and a fixed price before work starts.