With our experience, knowledge of facades and collaboration with specialized supply chain partners, we have extensive experience in building recladding.

Building on the success of our façade division, we have a dedicated team who specialise in the recladding of non-compliant buildings. Using our in-house expertise, we manage the entire recladding project lifecycle, from tender to completion. Acting as either the principal contractor or subcontractor, our cladding remediation solutions prioritize compliance, quality, and cost efficiency

Cladding Investigations

Cladding investigations involve a thorough assessment of the external materials used on a building’s façade to determine their compliance, safety, and performance.

During such investigations, DMC focus on identifying potential risks, such as fire hazards, structural deficiencies, or material deterioration whilst ensuring the disruption to occupants is kept at a minimum.

Design & Specification

Our in-house design team create bespoke solutions to ensure the design and specifications of a project meet the current legislations and regulations.

Resident Care

DMC has experience operating in a variety of live environments, which continues to improve our capabilities when carrying out recladding works in occupied buildings with minimal disruption. Our in-house resident liaison team is dedicated to keeping property owners, occupants and managing agents informed and supported at every stage of the process.

EWS1

Throughout the project lifecycle, external EWS1 assessors are engaged to ensure compliance with statutory requirements. Working alongside DMC as the principal contractor, they play a crucial role in approving key stages of the project through regular inspections. Upon completion, an EWS1 certificate is issued to confirm compliance

Key Benefits of Recladding:

Recladding a building can significantly improve its fire safety, especially if the original cladding materials are outdated, damaged, or made of combustible materials.

• Replacement of Combustible Materials: Recladding allows the installation of non-combustible or fire-resistant materials, reducing the risk of fire ignition and spread.

• Compliance with Fire Safety Regulations: Modern recladding projects ensure compliance with updated fire safety standards and building codes.

• Improved Fire Containment: Properly designed cladding systems prevent the “chimney effect,” where fire rapidly spreads vertically between the building’s exterior and interior. Fire-stopping barriers can be integrated into the recladding system to contain and slow fire spread.

• Enhanced Evacuation Time: Fire-resistant cladding reduces the rate of fire progression, giving occupants more time to evacuate safely.

• Structural Integrity During Fire: Modern cladding materials are designed to withstand fire for a specified duration, maintaining structural stability.

• Improved Insulation and Thermal Protection: Non-combustible insulation materials (often installed during recladding) enhance the building’s overall fire resistance.

• Restoration of Confidence: Addressing fire safety concerns reassures occupants, building owners, and insurers