Waking Watch Services
Waking Watch Services in London
Need waking watch services in London? Uniguard provides trained waking watch and fire watch officers for residential blocks, student accommodation, construction sites and commercial buildings, backed by a 24/7 helpdesk.
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0121 374 0225
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SIA Approved Contractor
1,250+ BS 7858 vetted staff
24/7 helpdesk support
ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001
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Since 2015
1,250+ SIA-licensed staff
24/7 helpdesk support
ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001
BSIA & IPSA members
SafeContractor approved
London
Our Waking Watch Services in London
London has a large number of high-rise residential buildings, and many have needed fire safety remediation. We provide waking watch officers for apartment blocks and student halls, and fire watch cover for remediation and construction projects across the capital.
Our waking watch services in London put trained officers in your building to patrol continuously, spot fire risks early and raise the alarm if a fire breaks out. We provide cover while cladding remediation, fire alarm installation or other fire safety works are completed, and fire watch for hot works on construction sites. Every officer is SIA-licensed, vetted to BS 7858 and briefed on your building's evacuation strategy.
At a Glance
Service
Waking Watch Services
Location
London
Support
24/7 helpdesk
Officers
SIA-licensed
Reporting
Timed patrol logs every shift
What's Included
What's Included
Every waking watch is planned around your building, fire risk assessment and evacuation strategy.
Continuous Patrols
Every floor and common area checked on a set schedule.
Raising the Alarm
Officers alert residents and call the fire service if needed.
Evacuation Support
Helping people leave safely in line with your strategy.
Fire Door Checks
Doors, escape routes and stairwells kept clear and closed.
Alarm Panel Checks
Faults and activations recorded and reported.
Hot Works Fire Watch
Cover during and after welding, cutting and grinding.
Patrol Logs
Timed records of every patrol for your building manager.
Incident Reporting
Hazards and incidents reported to you promptly.
What We Offer
Security Services We Provide in London
One team, one point of contact.
Sectors
Who Uses Our Services in London
Offices
Offices and corporate buildings.
Retail
Retail units and shopping centres.
Industrial & Logistics
Warehouses, logistics and industrial sites.
Education
Schools, colleges and student accommodation.
Stadiums & Events
Stadiums and live event venues.
Construction
Construction sites and compounds.
Property Management
Property managers and landlords.
Vacant Property
Vacant commercial and residential property.
Our Process
How It Works
01
Consultation and Site Survey
We review your building, fire risk assessment and evacuation strategy.
02
Bespoke Plan
Patrol routes, staffing levels and escalation contacts agreed with you.
03
Officer Selection and Briefing
Officers matched to your site and briefed on your requirements.
04
Deployment and Ongoing Review
A swift start, then unannounced supervision, performance reviews and client feedback.
Why Uniguard
Why Choose Uniguard
Established in 2015
Since 2015, with a Solihull head office and regional offices in London, Manchester and Scotland.
1,250+ Vetted Staff
1,250+ directly employed, SIA-licensed and BS 7858 vetted staff.
24/7 Helpdesk
24/7 helpdesk support, every day of the year.
Fully Accredited
SIA Approved Contractor, with ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001.
Industry Memberships
BSIA and IPSA members, SafeContractor approved.
Award-Recognised
British Security Awards 2026 Highly Commended and OSPA 2026 Finalist.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a waking watch service work in London?
We review your building, fire risk assessment and evacuation strategy, agree patrol routes and staffing, and brief officers before the first shift in London. Officers patrol continuously, record each patrol and raise the alarm if they find a fire.
Which areas of London do you cover?
We cover Greater London, including the City of London, Westminster, Camden, Southwark, Tower Hamlets, Croydon, Barnet and Ealing. Send us your postcode and we will confirm cover.
When is a waking watch needed?
Usually when a building's fire safety has been compromised, for example by unsafe cladding or a faulty fire alarm, and the evacuation strategy has changed. Your fire risk assessor or the fire service will advise whether a waking watch is needed.
Are your officers SIA-licensed?
Yes. Every officer we deploy holds a valid SIA licence and is vetted to BS 7858.
Can you provide fire watch for hot works in London?
Yes. We provide fire watch officers during and after welding, cutting, grinding and other hot works, in line with your permit to work.
How long does a waking watch last?
A waking watch should be a temporary measure. National Fire Chiefs Council guidance recommends replacing it with a common fire alarm where possible, and we can provide cover until the alarm or remediation works are complete.
How much does a waking watch cost in London?
It depends on the size of the building, the number of officers needed, the hours of cover and how long it is required. Tell us about your building and we will give you a clear quote.
Nearby
Related Services and Areas
Waking Watch Services in other areas
- Waking Watch Services in Birmingham
- Waking Watch Services in Manchester
- Waking Watch Services in the West Midlands
- Waking Watch Services in the East Midlands
- Waking Watch Services in Coventry
- Waking Watch Services in Solihull
Other security services in London
- Manned Guarding Services in London
- Mobile Patrol Services in London
- Keyholding Services in London
- Alarm Response Service in London
- Vacant Property Inspections in London
- Christmas & Bank Holiday Security Cover in London
Find out more about our Waking Watch & Fire Watch service.
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Phone
0121 374 0225
Mon–Sun, 8am–8pm
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Email
sales@uniguard.co.uk
Reply within 24 hours
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Head Office
Virginia House
56 Warwick Road, Solihull, B92 7HX
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Helpdesk
24 / 7 / 365
Support every day of the year
Accreditations & Standards
SIA Approved Contractor (ACS)
ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001
BS 7858 Vetted Staff
BSIA & IPSA Members
SafeContractor Approved
British Security Awards 2026 Highly Commended