Fire stopping and compartmentation · South East

Fire stopping and compartmentation in Gravesham

Social landlords in Gravesham can use us to close out fire risk assessment actions on compartmentation and fire stopping.

Fire stopping and compartmentation works in Gravesham are carried out by our site teams and specialist subcontractors under our management, with photographs, notes and certificates on every job. Gravesham Borough Council still owns council homes here, alongside housing association stock.

Gravesham at a glance

Council
Gravesham Borough Council
Region
South East
County
Kent
Council homes
Council-owned, managed by the council
Housing standard
Decent Homes Standard (England)
Damp and mould timescales
Awaab's Law (since 27 Oct 2025)
Population
106,890 (2020 estimate)
Regional price factor
1.10 (VOA 2026)

Council housing status from Housing Revenue Account records (MHCLG and the 2012 HRA list, updated for later transfers) and council publications, checked October 2026. Population: ONS 2020 mid-year estimate.

Who owns the social homes in Gravesham?

Gravesham Borough Council still owns council homes in Gravesham and manages them directly, funded through its Housing Revenue Account. Housing associations also own and manage social homes in the area, and we can work for both.

What do we cover in Gravesham?

  • Compartmentation surveys of risers, ceiling voids and roof spaces
  • Sealing service penetrations with tested systems
  • Cavity barriers and fire-rated batt systems
  • Fire dampers coordination with specialists
  • Penetration logs with photographs and product references
Fire stopping and compartmentation in a social home

How do we deliver it?

Each penetration is numbered, photographed before and after, and logged with the product used, so your building safety case has evidence rather than assurances.

Which rules apply in Gravesham?

Under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, in residential buildings with storeys over 11 metres high, communal fire doors must be checked every three months and flat entrance doors every year on a best-endeavours basis. The Fire Safety Act 2021 confirmed that flat entrance doors fall under the Fire Safety Order.

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What do fire stopping and compartmentation works cost in Gravesham?

We price fire stopping and compartmentation works in Gravesham after a survey rather than from a guide range, because the number and type of penetrations, access to risers and voids, and building height vary from block to block. Send us the details and we will arrange a visit.

Questions about fire stopping and compartmentation works in Gravesham

Does Gravesham Borough Council still own council homes?

Gravesham Borough Council still owns council homes in Gravesham and manages them directly, funded through its Housing Revenue Account. Housing associations also own and manage social homes in the area, and we can work for both.

Which housing standard applies in Gravesham?

Social homes in England must meet the Decent Homes Standard, enforced through the Regulator of Social Housing's Safety and Quality Standard. A reformed standard, confirmed in January 2026, must be met by 2035 at the latest.

Do you also work near Gravesham?

Yes. We take on fire stopping and compartmentation works across the South East, including Dartford, Thurrock, Medway and Tonbridge and Malling, and in every other UK nation.

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