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FRAEW – Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls
Exeter, Devon & South West UK
Hicksfield Fire Safety Consultants
At Hicksfield, we provide comprehensive FRAEW (Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls) services across Exeter and the wider Devon region, helping property owners, managing agents, and developers meet their legal obligations and ensure the safety of building occupants.
What is an FRAEW?
A Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEW) is a specialist assessment that evaluates the fire performance of a building’s external façade, including cladding systems, insulation, balconies, and attachments.
It is typically carried out in line with PAS 9980, the UK standard that provides a structured, risk-based methodology for assessing fire spread via external wall systems.
Why FRAEW Matters
External wall systems have been a major focus of fire safety regulations in recent years. An FRAEW helps to:
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Identify risks associated with cladding and façade materials
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Assess the likelihood of external fire spread
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Support compliance with the Fire Safety Act 2021
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Provide clarity for lenders, insurers, and stakeholders
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Determine whether remedial works are required
A robust FRAEW ensures that your building’s fire strategy is complete—not just internally, but across the entire envelope of the structure.
Our FRAEW Approach
At Hicksfield, we go beyond a standard inspection by integrating FRAEW into a wider fire safety strategy.
Our process includes:
1. Detailed External Wall Review
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Cladding systems and insulation materials
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Balconies, attachments, and façade features
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Fire stopping and cavity barriers
2. Risk-Based Assessment (PAS 9980)
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Evaluation of fire spread potential
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Consideration of building height, occupancy, and use
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Alignment with overall fire risk assessment
3. Intrusive & Non-Intrusive Investigation
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Where required, opening-up works to inspect hidden elements
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Photographic evidence and technical documentation
4. Clear, Actionable Reporting
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Risk rating and justification
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Recommendations for remedial works (if needed)
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Guidance for ongoing compliance
The Hicksfield Difference
Unlike fragmented services, Hicksfield delivers a fully coordinated fire safety solution, combining:
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Fire Risk Assessments (FRA)
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Compartmentation surveys
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Fire door inspections
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FRAEW external wall appraisals
This integrated approach ensures that all findings align—eliminating gaps, duplication, and conflicting advice, while strengthening compliance and life safety assurance.
Who We Work With
We provide FRAEW services for:
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Residential blocks and apartments
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High-rise and mid-rise buildings
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Property management companies
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Developers and contractors
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Commercial and mixed-use buildings

Local Fire Risk Assessors You Can Rely On
Being based in the South West means we understand:
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Local authority enforcement expectations
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Common issues raised during HMO licensing inspections
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Regional building layouts and conversion challenges
We regularly work with landlords, letting agents, housing associations, and property managers throughout Exeter, Plymouth, Devon, and Cornwall.
Why Choose Hicksfields Fire Risk Assessors?
✔ HMO fire safety specialists
✔ Fully compliant with current UK legislation
✔ Independent, competent fire risk assessors
✔ Fast turnaround times
✔ Plain-English reports accepted by councils
✔ Competitive pricing with no hidden fees
Our aim is simple: help you stay legal, protect tenants, and avoid costly enforcement action.


Project Type
Health Care
Schools
Commercial
Residential
Occupied- Buildings
Surveys

Site Survey
Free site survey to assess works required and then formulate a quote for a detailed site survey & formal quotation for works

On Site
Electronic Record Keeping ∙ Communication ∙ Fully Qualified Technicians ∙ Handover Documentation ∙ Certification
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CONTACT
Enquiries
For any enquiries, questions or commendations, please call: 01392 793310 or fill out the following form
Contact Us
Address:
Unit 21, De Havilland Road, Skypark, Clyst Honiton, Exeter, EX5 2GE
Unit 1 Alphin Brook Court, Alphin Brook Road
Exeter, EX2 8QR
Tel: 01392 793310
Company Number: 14699359
Passive Fire Protection Services, Devon, Somerset & Cornwall