External Wall Systems
Professional Assessment of External Wall Construction + Cladding
An external wall system is made up of the outside wall of a building, including the cladding, insulation and fire break systems. We follow a professional EWS Process (external wall system) on behalf of building owners, to confirm that an external wall system on residential buildings has been fully assessed for safety, in line with relevant guidance.
External Walls + Building Regulations
With the enactment of the Building Safety Act, building owners now share responsibility with developers, contractors, and designers to prove their buildings meet safety standards. A solid grasp of external walls is critical to meeting this responsibility.
PAS 9980 – External Wall Appraisals for Existing Residential Buildings
Using the PAS 9980 methodology, our team of experts conducts a documentation review, on-site inspection, External Wall Fire Risk Appraisal (EWFRA), and issues an EWS1 form for the building after finishing the assessment.
New Residential Buildings
Our team provides fire safety strategies for residential buildings, advising on external wall design from start to finish, including reviewing proposed details and leading discussions with Building Control and the Fire Service. We conduct inspections, flag concerns, and issue EWS1 forms upon completion.
Technical Due Diligence
We conduct Technical Due Diligence (TDD) for both buyers and sellers of existing and planned buildings, including large property portfolios, to assist with sales negotiations and mitigate acquisition risks by focusing extensively on external walls.
Litigation + Expert Witness
Jensen Hughes provides litigation support by supplying expert witnesses trained in external wall systems to assist clients' legal counsel during litigation.
Focus on External Wall Construction + Cladding
Following guidance, ensuring building safety
Expert
Our consultants provide the expert knowledge for external wall system issues.
Leadership
We lead our market in supporting building owners on fire safety.
Focused
Our commitment on all project work is to find the best solution.
Effective
Our expertise is second to none in the field of fire engineering consultancy.
External Wall Assessment Experts
MEng, Automotive Engineering, Chartered Engineer, Member, Professional Member, Member, Member
BSc (Hons), MSc, Member, Chartered Physicist, Member, Member
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