Secondary Glazing for Heathrow Flight Path Properties
Reduce aircraft noise by up to 80%. No planning permission required.
Understanding Aircraft Noise Levels
Every 10dB reduction represents approximately a 50% decrease in perceived loudness
Heathrow Noise Zones
Properties closer to the flight path experience higher noise levels and may be eligible for the Heathrow Noise Insulation Scheme.
Areas Most Affected by Heathrow Noise
We provide specialist acoustic secondary glazing throughout the Heathrow flight path corridor
Heathrow Airport operates a noise insulation scheme that provides funding for acoustic improvements to properties within defined noise contours. Over 40,000 homes are eligible.
Our Acoustic Secondary Glazing Solution
How It Compares
| Feature | Secondary Glazing | Standard Double | Acoustic Double |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noise reduction (aircraft) | 45-54dB (80%) | 25-28dB (40%) | 32-38dB (55%) |
| Low frequency performance | Excellent | Poor | Good |
| Cost per window | £280-£400 | £400-£600 | £600-£900 |
| Planning permission | Not required | Often required | Often required |
| Preserves original windows | Yes | No | No |
What Our Flight Path Customers Say
“We could hear every plane taking off. Now we can finally sleep with the windows closed. The difference is remarkable — it's like we've moved house.”
“Living near Heathrow, we'd given up on peace and quiet. Secondary glazing has transformed our home. We can now use our front room as an office.”
“The survey was thorough and the installation was quick. Our Victorian house is now quiet enough to work from home, even during peak flight times.”
Flight Path Noise FAQs
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We will assess your noise levels, check your eligibility for the Heathrow scheme, and provide a fixed-price quote for acoustic secondary glazing.
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