FRAEWs & PAS 9980
Fire risk appraisals of external walls aligned to PAS 9980, with proportionate, evidence-based outcomes.
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Essential support for multi-occupancy buildings — from legislation to delivery
SFI Ltd collaborate with property owners and managers throughout the UK to provide essential support and expertise. We help you navigate the complex legislation affecting multi-occupancy buildings and keep you aligned with the latest fire safety standards for external wall systems.
Personalised solutions to meet legal obligations while safeguarding residents and property investments.
Up-to-date guidance on regulatory changes to keep your compliance pathway clear and proportionate.
Homes England CSS Panel:
SFI Ltd can support eligible owners and managers in securing funding for necessary remediation works, provided buildings meet the required criteria — helping achieve compliance without undue financial strain.
Our Key Services
FRAEWs to PAS 9980 Methodology
Meticulous appraisal of external wall systems aligned to PAS 9980 for safety and compliance.
Meticulous appraisal of external wall systems aligned to PAS 9980 for safety and compliance.
Inspection for EWS1 Certification
Thorough inspections and lender-friendly documentation for compliance and peace of mind.
Thorough inspections and lender-friendly documentation for compliance and peace of mind.
Annual Cladding & Façade Inspections
Comprehensive checks to identify issues and support required insurance reporting.
Comprehensive checks to identify issues and support required insurance reporting.
Investigative Reports
Detailed, actionable reporting on façade issues to drive effective remediation.
Detailed, actionable reporting on façade issues to drive effective remediation.
Pre & Post Tender Advice
Guidance around tendering to keep façade projects on programme and on brief.
Guidance around tendering to keep façade projects on programme and on brief.
Façade Performance Specification Writing
Precise specs tailored to your project’s performance requirements.
Precise specs tailored to your project’s performance requirements.
Non-Invasive Fire Door Inspections
Assurance of fire door condition and compliance with minimal disruption.
Assurance of fire door condition and compliance with minimal disruption.
Roof Leak Inspections
Rapid identification of leak sources and practical resolution pathways.
Rapid identification of leak sources and practical resolution pathways.
About SFI
Independent façade specialists from appraisal through to delivery
We de-risk external wall systems with evidence-led inspections and clear action plans. From FRAEWs and PAS 9980 to EWS1 sign-off and full remediation management, SFI provides an end-to-end, independent service.
Compliance-first. PAS 9980 methodology with transparent evidence records.
Independent sign-off. EWS1 inspections by experienced façade professionals.
Delivery control. Principal Designer (CDM) and project management to Building Safety Act standards.
SFI in Numbers
Evidence-led inspections and delivery across the UK built environment.
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Years’ combined expertise
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Projects supported
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What We Do
From inspections to remediation project management, SFI provides end-to-end façade expertise.
EWS1 Certification
Clear, lender-friendly reporting and inspections to support mortgage and insurance requirements.
EWS1 ServicesIndustrial Cladding
Over-cladding, rainscreen, leak rectification and maintenance — delivered safely and to programme.
Industrial CladdingStandards & Accreditations
Recent Cladding Remediation Case Studies
A snapshot of complex, multi-stakeholder projects delivered with rigorous compliance, clear reporting, and measurable outcomes.
Park Modern · Bayswater Road · London
Independent Consultancy & EWS1 Assurance
Inspection of workmanship and materials, verification of vertical and horizontal fire breaks (A1 non-combustible), photographic QA records, and an independent trail aligned to EWS1 sign-off on completion.
Ty’r Orsaf · Port Talbot
FRAEW to PAS 9980 & Funding Liaison
Full PAS 9980 assessment identified combustible insulation; SFI produced BoQ, ran tender analysis, acted as Principal Designer/CDM and cost consultant, and liaised with the Building Safety Fund.
Mariners Quay · East Dock Road · Newport
Combustible Insulation Replacement & QA
FRAEW confirmed replacement requirements; SFI produced BoQ, led tender evaluation, and provides ongoing QA and compliance oversight with funding liaison to the BSF.
Ready to scope your project?
Let’s align objectives, access and programme — then deliver a proportionate, compliant outcome.