For Curtain Wall & Glazing Systems
At Structura UK, our Planned Maintenance services are tailored to protect, preserve and prolong the lifespan of your glazing, curtain walling and façade systems. From high-performance commercial façades to heritage-sensitive installations, we help businesses, contractors and building owners avoid costly defects, water ingress and premature component failure through proactive inspections, servicing and long-term planning.
Why Planned Maintenance Matters
Glazed façades and curtain wall systems are critical elements of modern and historic buildings alike. A structured, planned maintenance programme ensures your façade continues to perform efficiently, safely and in compliance with building standards over its full service life. They deliver light, aesthetics, weather resilience and thermal performance, but without regular maintenance, they can deteriorate, leading to:
- Increased air and water leakage
- Failed seals and gaskets
- Corrosion of framing components
- Reduced energy performance
- Unplanned repair costs
- Safety risks for occupants and passers-by
How It Works
We follow a systematic, repeatable process that adapts to the size, complexity and performance requirements of your building façade.
1. Initial Façade Condition Survey
Our experienced operatives carry out a detailed assessment of your curtain wall, glazing panels, sealants, fixings and drainage routes. This identifies any signs of wear, defect or performance loss.
Our experienced operatives carry out a detailed assessment of your curtain wall, glazing panels, sealants, fixings and drainage routes. This identifies any signs of wear, defect or performance loss.
2. Risk Assessment & Prioritisation
We classify issues by urgency and risk so that high-impact concerns like water ingress or structural movement are addressed first, while lower-risk tasks are scheduled efficiently.
We classify issues by urgency and risk so that high-impact concerns like water ingress or structural movement are addressed first, while lower-risk tasks are scheduled efficiently.
3. Tailored Maintenance Plan
Based on the survey, we produce a planned maintenance schedule that includes inspection cycles, remedial works, component replacement forecasts, and performance benchmarks.
Based on the survey, we produce a planned maintenance schedule that includes inspection cycles, remedial works, component replacement forecasts, and performance benchmarks.
3. Safe Access & Preparation
We organise all required access (scaffolding, MEWPs, rope access where permitted) and set up exclusion zones to keep your site safe and work areas compliant with health and safety standards.
We organise all required access (scaffolding, MEWPs, rope access where permitted) and set up exclusion zones to keep your site safe and work areas compliant with health and safety standards.
4. Execution of Maintenance Works
Works may include resealing joints, replacing gaskets, cleaning drainage trays, adjusting hardware, repairing glazing beads, or detailed cleaning of weather seals and flashings.
Works may include resealing joints, replacing gaskets, cleaning drainage trays, adjusting hardware, repairing glazing beads, or detailed cleaning of weather seals and flashings.
5. Reporting & Handover
You receive a comprehensive report detailing completed works, observations, risk recommendations, and schedules for future inspections, giving you clarity and confidence in your façade’s condition.
You receive a comprehensive report detailing completed works, observations, risk recommendations, and schedules for future inspections, giving you clarity and confidence in your façade’s condition.
Why Choose Structura UK for Planned Maintenance?
Structura UK combines deep façade expertise with technical capability, delivering proactive maintenance that minimises risk and cost over time.
Specialist Curtain Wall & Glazing Focus
Our teams specialise exclusively in façades, glazing and curtain wall systems. We don’t treat façades as an add-on service. This enables deeper technical insight and targeted maintenance strategies that generic contractors can’t match.
Holistic End-to-End Service
We not only inspect and maintain but also advise on long-term performance optimisation, lifecycle budgeting and future upgrades. Our work integrates with design, installation and aftercare phases, so you get consistency throughout the building lifecycle.
Heritage & Complex Façade Experience
Whether a listed building façade or a modern glazed atrium, we understand the nuances that different structures require. Maintenance on historic façades often demands bespoke solutions and sensitivity to original materials and detailing, something Structura UK delivers confidently.
Technical Rigor & Compliance
We operate to industry best practices and recognised performance guidelines, using robust documentation and systematic quality control to ensure every task is recorded and supported by evidence.
Proactive Risk Management
Structura UK’s planned maintenance approach isn’t reactive; it’s predictive. By identifying small issues early, we help clients avoid costly repairs, water damage and unnecessary downtime.
Specifications & Standards
Planned maintenance for glazed façades and curtain walls must meet recognised performance and safety standards. Structura UK’s programmes align with the following key frameworks:
CWCT Guidance & Testing
The Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT) provides performance guidelines and test methods for façades, air and water resistance, and long-term behaviour. Maintenance planning references CWCT recommendations for seal integrity, drainage clearance and interface detailing.
Industry Best Practice
National Building Specification (NBS) frameworks include guidance on periodic façade maintenance, defect identification and material compatibility. Façade access and maintenance works are carried out in accordance with UK health and safety requirements, including risk assessments and method statements.
BS EN Standards
BS EN 15773
Performance requirements for factory-assembled curtain wall elements.
BS EN 13022-1 & BS EN 13022-2
Inspection and maintenance of sealed insulating glass units (IGUs).
BS EN 13830
Curtain walling product standard used as benchmark for systematic inspection criteria.
Typical Project Timeline
Note: The timeline for planned maintenance depends on the size of your building, façade complexity, access requirements, and the scope of remedial works. Larger buildings, complex heritage façades, or sites with constrained access may take longer. We always provide a clear project plan before commencement, below is a standard schedule for planning and execution.
Phase
Initial Survey & Assessment
Report & Maintenance Schedule
Access Set-up & Mobilisation
Execution of Maintenance Works
Final Testing & Reporting
Duration
2–4 days
1–2 weeks
1–3 days
1–3 weeks (varies by scale)
2–4 days
As London-based curtain wall maintenance specialists, we assist property managers and asset owners across Greater London and the UK with structured planned maintenance programmes that extend façade lifespan and maintain compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will maintenance improve energy efficiency?
Yes. By ensuring seals, gaskets and glazed units remain effective, maintenance helps maintain thermal performance targets and reduces inefficiencies.
What defects do you look for in façade maintenance surveys?
Common concerns include failed sealants, cracked or fogged units, blocked drainage, corrosion, loose fixings, air leakage and signs of movement.
Is planned maintenance cost-effective?
Absolutely. Early identification and treatment of façade issues prevent costly reactive works, reduce long-term degradation, and protect building value.
How often should curtain wall and glazing systems be maintained?
Inspections are typically recommended annually or biannually, with more frequent checks on older façades or high-exposure sites.
Can maintenance prevent water ingress?
Proper planned maintenance significantly reduces the risk of water ingress by keeping drain paths clear, sealants intact, and interfaces well-conditioned.
Do you offer emergency call-outs?
Yes. In addition to planned works, Structura UK can respond to urgent façade issues such as storm damage or sudden failures.
What is planned façade maintenance?
Planned maintenance is a proactive service involving regular inspections, servicing, tightening, resealing, cleaning and repair of façade and glazing systems to prevent failures and prolong performance.
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