Heathrow Flight Path Specialists

Secondary Glazing for Heathrow Flight Path Properties

Reduce aircraft noise by up to 80%. No planning permission required.

Understanding Aircraft Noise Levels

Normal conversation
60dB
Busy traffic
70dB
Aircraft overhead
90-110dB
With secondary glazing
45-55dB

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.

69+ dB LAeq
Highest noise impact zone
Full funding often available
63-69 dB LAeq
High noise impact zone
Partial funding may be available
57-63 dB LAeq
Moderate noise impact zone
Check eligibility
Heathrow Noise Insulation Scheme

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.

Free or subsidised acoustic secondary glazing
Covers properties within 63dB+ noise contours
We handle the application process for you
Check Your Eligibility

Our Acoustic Secondary Glazing Solution

Glass type10.8mm acoustic laminate
Air gap100-200mm (optimal for low frequency)
Noise reductionUp to 54dB (80% reduction)
Frame materialSlim aluminium (20-25mm)
Planning permissionNot required
Installation time1 day for most properties

How It Compares

FeatureSecondary GlazingStandard DoubleAcoustic Double
Noise reduction (aircraft)45-54dB (80%)25-28dB (40%)32-38dB (55%)
Low frequency performanceExcellentPoorGood
Cost per window£280-£400£400-£600£600-£900
Planning permissionNot requiredOften requiredOften required
Preserves original windowsYesNoNo

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.

Sarah M.
Hounslow
75% noise reduction

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.

James T.
Richmond
80% noise reduction

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.

Priya K.
Twickenham
72% noise reduction

Flight Path Noise FAQs

Get a Free Acoustic Survey

We will assess your noise levels, check your eligibility for the Heathrow scheme, and provide a fixed-price quote for acoustic secondary glazing.

Book Your Free Survey Today

No obligation. No pressure. Just honest advice from London's secondary glazing specialists.

Request a Free Survey
WhatsApp

Get a Quick Quote

Or call us: 0207 060 1573