GLRE boasts extensive experience in the repair and refurbishment of glass roofs, rooflights, and windows in Grade I and Grade II Listed Buildings, making us a trusted contractor for historic building projects across the UK. Since our inception in 1994, we've successfully completed numerous projects with official Heritage status, including work for prestigious sites like the Crown Estate, Alexandra Palace, and the Natural History & Imperial War Museums. Our dedicated design and installation teams are committed to preserving the integrity and beauty of historic structures, ensuring minimal disruption to occupants and providing a full insurance-backed third-party warranty on all works.
With over 25 years of experience, GLRE has developed a deep expertise in the repair of historic buildings, offering tailored solutions that meet the specific needs of each project. Our team's extensive background across various sectors enables us to adapt and deliver high-quality services, including commercial glass installation solutions and secondary glazing services, that align with your business objectives.
We focus on delivering repair services for historic buildings, complemented by our expertise in commercial glass installation solutions and secondary glazing services that stand out for their quality and reliability.
Our process, from planning to execution, is designed to be seamless and efficient, ensuring minimal disruption to your operations. These additional services ensure that while preserving the integrity and aesthetics of historic buildings, we also enhance their functionality and energy efficiency, aligning with modern standards and requirements.
Preservation of Heritage: Maintaining the architectural integrity and historical significance of the building.
Structural Integrity: Addressing wear and tear to ensure the building's safety and longevity.
Energy Efficiency: Upgrading glazing to improve thermal performance while preserving aesthetic values.
Regulatory Compliance: Meeting legal requirements for the maintenance and restoration of listed properties.
Aesthetic Restoration: Restoring the visual appeal of historic buildings to their original glory.
The repair of historic buildings involves specialised restoration work aimed at preserving and maintaining the structural and aesthetic integrity of buildings with historical significance. This service requires a careful balance between modern engineering techniques and traditional craftsmanship to ensure that repairs are sympathetic to the original design while meeting current performance standards. GLRE's approach to historic building repair encompasses a thorough understanding of heritage conservation principles, combined with state-of-the-art glazing solutions that respect the building's character. Our team is equipped to handle the unique challenges presented by historic structures, offering bespoke solutions that contribute to their preservation for future generations.
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Repairing an old building, especially one with historical significance, is commonly referred to as restoration or conservation work.
Yes, most repairs and alterations to listed buildings require consent from the local planning authority to ensure they preserve the building's historical character.
Common defects include issues with the roof, windows, and structural elements, often due to age, weather exposure, and previous inadequate repairs.
Owners of listed buildings are legally required to maintain them in a manner that preserves their historical and architectural significance.
Yes, modern glazing techniques can be used, provided they are applied sensitively and with approval from heritage conservation authorities to ensure they do not detract from the building's historical integrity.
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