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Façade Retention Service

What is Façade Retention?

Façade retention helps preserve existing building façades during demolition, refurbishment and redevelopment works. Temporary support keeps the external structure in place while internal elements are removed or modified. At Securak, our approach is tailored to the building, project requirements and surrounding site conditions.

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Temporary facade retention support system around an existing building
Site assessment of an existing façade before retention and demolition works

What Does Our Façade Retention Service Cover?

Our service supports projects where an existing façade needs to be carefully retained during demolition, refurbishment or redevelopment.

  • Existing façade assessment
  • Site and structural condition review
  • Temporary support planning
  • Props, frames and tower systems
  • Controlled demolition coordination
  • Façade monitoring and inspection
  • Movement and vibration control
  • Integration with new structures

Facade retention services supporting an existing building façade during redevelopment

Industries We Support

Façade retention can be used across a range of refurbishment, redevelopment and demolition projects, including:

  • Commercial and office buildings
  • Residential developments
  • Industrial buildings
  • Retail and mixed-use developments
  • Heritage and historic properties
  • Listed buildings
  • Urban redevelopment projects

The approach is particularly relevant where an existing façade has architectural, historic or other value that needs to be preserved during redevelopment.

Temporary support system securing a retained façade during demolition works

Meet Our Team

Our team combines practical demolition experience with careful coordination to support complex façade retention projects.

  • Skilled demolition and site personnel
  • Experience with retained façades
  • Careful handling of existing structures
  • Strong site coordination
  • Controlled working methods
  • Clear project communication
  • Safety-focused operation
Retained building façade alongside new construction works

Our Façade Retention Process

1. Site Assessment

We assess the existing façade, building condition, access and site constraints.

2. Project Planning

We plan the retention approach around the demolition and redevelopment sequence.

3. Support Installation

We install the required temporary support system in line with the project design.

4. Controlled Works

We carry out demolition or structural works while supporting the retained façade.

5. Monitoring

We inspect the façade and support system throughout the works where required.

6. Support Removal

We adjust or remove temporary supports once the permanent structure is ready.

Experienced team inspecting a retained façade during demolition works

Why Does Façade Retention Matter?

Façade retention can provide an effective way to combine the preservation of an existing building exterior with modern redevelopment.

  • Preserves important architectural features.
  • Helps retain historic or heritage character.
  • Allows internal structures to be refurbished, altered or replaced.
  • Supports redevelopment where the existing façade needs to remain.
  • Helps protect retained structures during demolition and construction.
  • Can support projects involving listed or historically significant buildings.
  • Allows existing façades to be incorporated into new developments.
Professional site team coordinating façade retention and construction works

Why Choose Securak?

  • Experienced and professional site team.
  • Project-specific approach to façade retention.
  • Careful coordination with demolition and construction activities.
  • Focus on safe and controlled working practices.
  • Attention to the condition and stability of retained structures.
  • Clear communication throughout the project.
  • Coordination with relevant engineers and project teams where required.
  • Support for complex refurbishment and redevelopment projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is façade retention required?

Façade retention may be required when an existing façade needs to remain in place during redevelopment, refurbishment or substantial internal demolition. It can also be used where architectural, historic or heritage features need to be preserved.

What types of buildings can use façade retention?

Façade retention can be suitable for commercial, residential, industrial, retail, mixed-use, historic and listed buildings. Suitability depends on the building condition, proposed works and project requirements.

How does façade retention work during demolition?

The existing façade is assessed and supported using a suitable temporary works arrangement. Internal demolition then takes place in a controlled sequence while the required support is maintained and the façade is monitored where necessary.

How long does a façade retention system remain in place?

There is no fixed duration for every project. Temporary supports generally remain in place for the required construction period and are adjusted or removed when the permanent structure is ready to provide the necessary support.

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