Cladding Restoration at East London Fire Station | London
Project Overview We were appointed to carry out restorative cleaning and treatment of the external cladding at a busy operational fire station in East London. The building features multi‑storey red façade panels that had suffered from UV fading, water staining and general environmental degradation. The objective was to restore the panels to a uniform, high‑quality finish suitable for a public‑facing emergency services facility, while ensuring zero disruption to station operations. The Access Challenge The fire station remained fully operational throughout the works, with emergency vehicles requiring unrestricted access at all times. Traditional scaffolding was not an option due to: Safety & Efficiency Working on an active fire station required strict coordination with the station manager and appliance crews. Key safety measures included: The approach ensured zero disruption to emergency operations and maintained a safe environment for staff and the public. The Result The cladding was restored to a clean, consistent and visually striking finish, significantly improving the building’s appearance and extending the lifespan of the façade. The project was completed on time, within budget, and without any operational downtime for the fire station. Client Feedback: “The improvement to the façade is exceptional. The team worked safely around our operational needs and delivered a high‑quality finish with no disruption to our crews.”
Window Cleaning by Cradle — FacadeCare
Project Overview FacadeCare provides specialist cradle‑based window cleaning for mid‑ and high‑rise buildings, delivered exclusively by SAEMA‑accredited technicians to ensure safe, compliant and efficient façade access. Using permanently installed or temporary Building Maintenance Units (BMUs), our teams achieve full coverage of large glazing areas with minimal disruption to building users. Every project is supported by robust access planning, equipment checks and documented procedures aligned with SAEMA guidance and Work at Height regulations. What we deliver Why FacadeCare Typical applications Contact our facadecare team today to book your window cleaning contract