As the UK continues to respond to the lessons learned from Grenfell and the wider cladding crisis, the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has introduced sweeping reforms that directly affect how balcony systems are designed, replaced, and maintained—particularly on high-rise residential buildings.
For both fabricators and developers, these reforms are having a major impact on remedial projects. No longer can outdated or combustible balcony materials be replaced like-for-like without due consideration. The BSR demands full compliance with building safety regulations 2025, including non-combustibility, tested systems, and better record-keeping throughout the remediation process.
Balcony components such as decking, soffits, balustrades, and fixings must now meet specific fire and structural performance criteria. In particular, any element fixed to the external wall must be made of materials achieving Euro class A1 or A2-s1,d0 under BS EN 13501-1. Timber and composite decking solutions are not permitted, meaning aluminium has become the material of choice for safety-led replacements.
Yet compliance isn’t just about product selection. It’s about coordination—across suppliers, fabricators, contractors, and project managers—to ensure the right solution is delivered without delay or confusion.
Why Fabricators and Developers Must Act Now
Fabricators are often brought into remediation schemes at an early stage, working to replace or reinforce balcony platforms and steel supports. This positions you as a key player in achieving BSR balcony compliance—and choosing the right partners and products can significantly reduce risk for all involved.
At AliDeck, we regularly work alongside steel fabricators and principal contractors on balcony remediation UK projects across the UK and Ireland. What we consistently find is that the projects which succeed—those delivered on time, within budget and with no last-minute issues—are those where early collaboration has taken place.
When fabricators engage with us from the outset, we provide:
- Detailed CAD files and design input to align steel with our systems
- Fully tested aluminium solutions including decking, soffit, and drainage
- Support for fire testing documentation and Euro class verification
- Design meetings and installation training for fitters
This reduces risk, improves programme certainty, and gives developers confidence that their remediation works meet the required standards—protecting both reputation and residents.
The Complete System Approach to Compliance
Balcony remediation shouldn’t be piecemeal. One of the most common compliance failures we see is the use of mismatched products—swapping out timber decking but leaving soffits, brackets or balustrades that don’t meet Euro class A2 standards. This can result in enforcement actions, fines, or worse having to redo completed work at significant cost.
That’s why AliDeck provides a complete system solution:
- Decking – Euro class A2-s1,d0 aluminium decking boards available in multiple profiles and finishes
- Drainage – AliDrain systems that manage water runoff effectively
- Soffit – Powder-coated aluminium soffit systems that provide a clean aesthetic and meet non-combustibility standards
- Balustrade – AliRail systems with glass or aluminium infill panels, engineered to meet load and fire requirements
We help fabricators deliver coordinated solutions that are buildable, test-certified, and durable. Developers benefit from fewer points of contact and a streamlined compliance pathway.
Our four-week lead times also make AliDeck an ideal partner when remedial work is time sensitive.
Start Your Compliance Journey with Confidence
With new legislation looming and scrutiny increasing, now is the time for fabricators and developers to prioritise proactive engagement. Whether you’re tackling a major remediation project on a city centre tower or upgrading smaller residential blocks, early coordination with a proven system supplier can make the difference between success and setback.
📞 Need help navigating BSR balcony compliance or selecting the right system for remediation?
Contact the AliDeck team today at info@alideck.co.uk or call 01622 534050.
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