Alexandra Palace Heritage Roof Glazing Works
ARRT Group carried out specialist high-level glazing maintenance works at Alexandra Palace, London, supporting the preservation and weatherproofing of the building’s historic glazed roof structure.
The work was completed on a prominent multi-level roof lantern with extensive traditional glazing, metal framing and decorative perimeter panels. Rope-access techniques enabled the team to reach the elevated roof-level sections safely while avoiding unnecessary scaffolding and minimising disruption to the historic building fabric.
Project details
| Client site | Alexandra Palace, London |
|---|---|
| Contractor | ARRT Group |
| Service | Heritage roof glazing maintenance and high-level access works |
| Glazing system | Traditional metal-framed roof lantern and glazed roof structure |
| Access | Rope access |
| Duration | 2 working days |
| Value | £6,750 + VAT |
| Outcome | Safe access for heritage glazing maintenance and roof-level weatherproofing |
Scope of works
- Completed high-level rope-access works to reach the upper glazed roof lantern safely.
- Inspected the condition of the traditional metal-framed glazing system and adjoining roof-level details.
- Accessed perimeter glazing lines, roof junctions and high-level decorative panels.
- Carried out localised maintenance and weatherproofing works to vulnerable roof-glazing interfaces.
- Checked glazing bars, metal capping sections and perimeter flashings for deterioration or water-ingress risks.
- Worked carefully around the historic roof structure to protect original materials and architectural features.
- Used rope-access equipment to reduce the need for extensive scaffolding and minimise impact on the site.
- Maintained controlled working practices throughout the high-level works.
Result
The project provided safe, efficient access to a complex heritage roof-glazing system, allowing targeted maintenance to be completed at height. The rope-access method supported effective inspection and weatherproofing works while preserving the appearance and operation of Alexandra Palace’s historic glazed roof structure.
ARRT Group provides heritage glazing maintenance and rope-access glazing works, roof-light repairs, traditional metal-framed glazing repairs, commercial roof glazing and high-level building maintenance.
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