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Compartmentation Surveys & Remedial

Passive fire protection is invisible — until it fails. Our compartmentation surveys make it visible again.

Compartmentation Surveys & Remedial

Overview

Compartmentation divides a building into fire-resisting cells so a fire cannot spread. Decades of M&E penetrations, refurbishments and lazy reinstatements compromise it. We survey, document and remediate to give you a defensible record.

What we do

  • Type 1–4 compartmentation surveys (visual through to intrusive).
  • Penetration sealing with Nullifire, Hilti and Promat systems — third-party certified.
  • Cavity barrier installation and dampers to BS 9999.
  • AOV (Automatic Opening Vent) installation, servicing and smoke control compliance.
  • Digital "golden thread" record — drawings, products, photos, certificates.

Why this matters

The Building Safety Act 2022 requires a digital golden thread of information for higher-risk buildings. Compartmentation evidence is a core part of that — and a critical defence in any enforcement action.

Frequently asked questions

Type 4 is fully intrusive — opening up service voids, risers and ceilings — to verify concealed fire-stopping. Required when there is reason to suspect significant non-compliance.

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Book a no-obligation site survey. We will be on site within five working days.