Restored Performance
Repair and reinstate defective fire doors, fire dampers, fire stopping and compartmentation barriers to maintain effective fire protection.
Passive Fire Remedials
Specialist passive fire protection remedial services, addressing defects in fire doors, fire dampers, fire stopping and compartmentation to restore fire safety integrity and support building compliance.
Overview
About the service.
Passive fire protection systems are essential for preventing the spread of fire and smoke throughout a building. Over time, damage, deterioration, poor installation and unauthorised modifications can compromise fire doors, fire dampers, fire stopping and compartmentation barriers, potentially reducing their effectiveness.
At VMES, we provide specialist passive fire remedial services to address defects identified during inspections and compliance surveys. From fire door repairs and fire damper replacements to fire stopping and compartmentation repairs, our team delivers targeted solutions to restore fire protection and support regulatory compliance. All works are supported by detailed reporting, photographic evidence and appropriate installation documentation.
What we do
- Fire damper repairs and replacements
- Fire door repairs and remedial works
- Fire stopping repairs and reinstatement
- Compartmentation and fire barrier remedials
- Photographic reporting and certification
How it works
From defect to compliance.
A clear, accountable process — delivering professional remedial solutions across passive fire protection systems.
01
Inspect
We assess identified defects across fire doors, fire dampers, fire stopping and compartmentation systems to determine the extent of required remedial works.
02
Recommend
Following the assessment, we provide clear recommendations for repairs, replacements or reinstatement works to address identified deficiencies.
03
Remedy
Our engineers undertake the necessary remedial works using appropriate materials, compatible components and tested fire protection systems.
04
Verify
Completed works are inspected against applicable requirements, supported by photographic evidence, detailed reporting and relevant compliance documentation.
Why it matters
Protecting Life Safety.
Passive fire remedials help restore the integrity of fire protection systems, limiting the spread of fire and smoke while supporting building safety and compliance.
Improved compliance
Address identified deficiencies and support compliance with relevant fire safety regulations and industry standards.
Reduced risk
Correct damaged, deteriorated or incorrectly installed fire protection components to reduce risks to occupants and property.
Long-term reliability
Maintain the effectiveness of passive fire protection systems through appropriate repairs, replacements and documented remedial works.
FAQs
Common questions.
When are passive fire remedials required?
Remedial works are typically required when inspections or surveys identify damaged, incorrectly installed, deteriorated or non-compliant fire protection systems.
Can you complete remedial works following an inspection?
Yes. VMES can review inspection findings, recommend appropriate corrective actions and arrange the necessary remedial works to address identified defects.
Do you provide reports following remedial works?
We provide photographic evidence and completion documentation, alongside relevant product and installation certification where applicable.
Can remedial works be completed in occupied buildings?
Yes. Remedial works can generally be planned around building operations to minimise disruption while maintaining appropriate safety precautions.
Speak to the team
Ready when you are.
Get a clear, no-obligation quotation — or call and talk it through with an engineer first.