What is PAS24? Secure Home Standards for Kent & Sussex

A security claim on a window or door brochure isn’t proof that the exact product you’re specifying has been tested. So, What is PAS24, and what evidence should you ask to see? PAS 24 is a British security standard for windows and doors that assesses how the complete product performs against forced entry. Its value depends on whether the certification evidence covers the precise product and configuration in your project.

Documents can be difficult to compare. They may refer to different editions, product ranges or configurations, and a general compliance statement doesn’t necessarily show what is covered. The current designation is PAS 24:2022+A1:2024, although products can still be certified to the previous version during the transition period ending in January 2027.

This guide explains what PAS 24 assesses, what it doesn’t tell you, and how to check evidence against the windows or doors you plan to buy. Use the practical questions to compare the certification body, standard edition and product configuration before specifying glazing for a project in Kent or East Sussex.

What is PAS 24, and what does it mean for windows and doors?

What is PAS24? PAS 24 is a British specification that sets requirements for the security performance of windows and doors against forced entry. PAS stands for Publicly Available Specification (PAS). The current published designation is PAS 24:2022+A1:2024. It gives project teams a defined standard for assessing security, but it isn’t a guarantee against every attack or a substitute for checking the evidence behind a product claim.

Keep the distinction clear: a security standard sets assessment requirements, while product-specific certification evidence shows whether a particular product and configuration has been assessed against them. A brochure statement or general assurance may not establish that the window or door in your specification is covered.

What does PAS 24 assess?

PAS 24 addresses the security performance of windows and doors against forced entry. It provides a consistent basis for assessing these products, rather than promising that entry is impossible. The standard reference alone won’t tell you which product was assessed, what configuration the evidence covers, or whether it applies to your specification. Check those details in the supporting documents.

Does PAS 24 apply to every window and door?

Don’t assume it does. A supplier’s general security statement isn’t the same as evidence for the precise product type and configuration on your schedule. Ask for documentation that identifies the relevant window or door, then check that its scope matches the product you intend to specify. If the design or components differ, ask whether the evidence still applies.

Requirements can vary between projects. The appropriate standard and evidence may depend on the building and the specification, so confirm what applies with your project specifier. When comparing documents, check the product description and stated scope, not just whether the words “PAS 24” appear.

For example, evidence for one window type may not automatically cover a different type or a changed configuration. Include the documentation in your specification review. If a detail is unclear, ask the supplier to clarify it before approving or ordering the product. Check exactly what the certificate or supporting evidence identifies and whether it matches the item under consideration.

How does PAS 24 testing relate to real-world window and door security?

PAS 24 testing provides a controlled way to assess how a window or door performs against forced entry. It links a security claim to a defined assessment, rather than relying on a single lock or handle feature. The result is meaningful only alongside the product details it covers. Check the certification scope against the product being supplied.

Why the complete product specification matters

A window or door is an assembly. Its frame, glazing, hardware and opening style form part of the specified product. Check that the evidence identifies the relevant product type and configuration, then compare those details with the project schedule. If the document specifies particular glazing or hardware, confirm that the proposed product matches.

A component or configuration change may mean the original evidence no longer applies. A matching lock, handle or pane of glass doesn’t, by itself, establish PAS 24 compliance. Ask the supplier or certification issuer whether the evidence covers any proposed variation. Keep the response with the product documentation so the decision can be checked during specification and procurement.

PAS 24, Building Regulations and other security claims

PAS 24 and Building Regulations are related references, but they aren’t interchangeable. In England, Approved Document Q sets out guidance on security in dwellings. PAS 24 evidence may be used to demonstrate performance for relevant doors and windows, but whether and how it applies depends on the project. Ask your project specifier to confirm the applicable requirements instead of treating a certificate as automatic proof of compliance.

Other security statements also need context. A lock specification describes a component, while a PAS 24 claim concerns the assessed product within the stated scope. Don’t assume one establishes the other. Check the standard edition and product details in the supporting documents, then confirm they match the item being supplied.

What is PAS24? In practical terms, it’s a route for assessing window and door security, not a blanket guarantee for every product or installation. If you’re reviewing a glazing specification, you can discuss window and door options with Trade Tech Windows & Doors and ask what product-specific documentation is available. Check its scope against your project before relying on a security claim.

How can you check whether a window or door is PAS 24 certified?

A PAS 24 claim is a starting point, not the final check. Ask for evidence and compare it with the product in your project specification. The British Standards Institution’s information on PAS 24:2022 can help you identify the edition being referenced, but the product documents must still show what is covered.

What information should the certificate or evidence show?

Use this three-step check before accepting a claim:

• 1. Identify the product. Note the window or door type and the specification you intend to order, including relevant hardware and configuration details.
• 2. Request the evidence. Ask the supplier for the certificate or supporting documentation, not just a brochure statement, logo or general assurance.
• 3. Match the scope. Compare the document’s product identification and configuration with the project specification. Check the named PAS 24 edition, issuer and any stated validity details.

What is PAS24? For this check, the useful answer is in the evidence. The standard reference matters, but so does the scope attached to it. Don’t assume that a certificate for one product type or configuration covers another. If a document is unclear, out of date or appears to conflict with the supplier’s claim, ask the supplier or certification body to clarify it before approval.

What should installers and specifiers record?

Keep the relevant certificate and supporting documents with the project specification and product records. This gives procurement, installation and later checks a clear reference. Record agreed substitutions too. If a component or configuration changes, request written confirmation that the evidence still applies to the revised product.

For trade projects comparing uPVC and aluminium window options, use the same document check for each proposed specification. Don’t rely on a shared product family name if the certification scope identifies specific types or configurations. If the paperwork doesn’t match the schedule, pause and resolve the discrepancy with the relevant supplier or certification body before proceeding.

What should you ask before specifying PAS 24 windows or doors?

Make the evidence part of the specification review before approving a product. What is PAS24? It’s a security standard, not confirmation that every product, installation or project requirement is automatically covered. Use the questions below to connect the claim to the product and project.

Questions for a supplier or installer

Ask for clear, written answers. Compare them with the proposed product schedule and keep the supporting documents with the project records.

Ask	Request or confirm
Which exact window or door types and configurations are covered?	A certificate or supporting document identifying the product scope, including relevant hardware or configuration details.
Which PAS 24 edition does the evidence refer to?	The edition and any applicable amendment stated in the documentation. Check it against the project specification.
What happens if a component or specification changes?	Written confirmation that the evidence remains applicable, or updated evidence for the revised product.
Who is responsible for installation, and what does that include?	A clear statement of installation responsibilities and any relevant installer information. TradeTech identifies itself as an Assure Certified Installer; confirm the details relevant to your project.

Questions for a project specifier

Confirm the security requirements in the project brief before selecting products. Ask whether other standards, Building Regulations guidance or project-specific conditions apply. PAS 24 evidence alone doesn’t confirm that every regulatory or contractual requirement has been met, so check the applicable requirements with your project specifier.

For a door specification, including a composite door, check that the documented product and configuration match the scheduled item. A similar description or a supplier’s general security statement doesn’t prove that the evidence covers it. If a substitution is proposed, record the approval and obtain confirmation that the replacement’s evidence meets the project requirements.

Resolve gaps before procurement. If documents conflict or don’t clearly identify the product, ask the supplier or certification body to clarify the scope. Keep the answer with the specification so the decision is traceable.

How does Trade Tech Windows & Doors support PAS 24 window and door enquiries?

Trade Tech Windows & Doors supplies and installs uPVC and aluminium glazing for residential and commercial projects. For a PAS 24 enquiry, first establish whether the evidence applies to the exact product you’re considering. A standard reference or general security statement doesn’t confirm that a specific window or door configuration is covered.

The business information lists PAS24:2016 certification and PAS 24:2022 security compliance, but doesn’t identify the products or configurations covered. Treat these as points to confirm, not as evidence that every product carries PAS 24 certification.

Confirm product-specific evidence before ordering

Ask the team which product and configuration any available evidence covers. Request the supporting documentation and compare its scope with your project specification. If the proposed specification changes, check whether the evidence still applies before proceeding.

Trade Tech Windows & Doors is also listed as an Assure Certified Installer. That status is separate from PAS 24 product certification. Check the product documents directly and keep confirmation of their scope with your project records.

Get project guidance from Trade Tech Windows & Doors

Make your enquiry specific. Share whether the project is residential or commercial, the product type, the intended configuration and the documentation requirements. For example, say whether you’re considering a uPVC casement window or an aluminium window, and identify which PAS 24 edition your project requires. This gives the team a clear basis for discussing the product and any available evidence.

Before ordering, check that the documents match the proposed product. If the scope can’t be confirmed, ask what further information is needed and refer unresolved certification questions to the relevant certification body.

Discuss your window or door specification with Trade Tech Windows & Doors

Specify with confidence, backed by evidence

What is PAS24? It’s a security standard, but a reference to it doesn’t confirm that every window or door is covered. Check the product-specific documents against the exact type, configuration and edition in your project specification. If components change, ask whether the evidence still applies and keep confirmation with your project records.

TradeTech’s supplied information lists PAS24:2016 certification and PAS 24:2022 compliance, but doesn’t identify the products or configurations covered. Confirm the scope and supporting evidence before relying on either claim. TradeTech is also an Assure Certified Installer; this installer status is separate from PAS 24 product certification.

For a project in Kent or East Sussex, share the product type, project use and specification to start a focused discussion about documentation and product suitability. With the right questions and matching evidence, you can move forward with a clearer, better-documented specification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PAS 24?

PAS 24 is a UK security standard associated with the security performance of specified windows and doorsets. Put simply, “What is PAS24?” The answer depends partly on the edition and product scope described in the relevant documentation. A supplier’s general reference to the standard doesn’t show that every product is covered. For a project in Kent or East Sussex, ask for evidence identifying the exact product and configuration you plan to specify.

Is PAS 24 a legal requirement for all windows and doors?

No. Don’t assume PAS 24 applies to every window or door in every project. Requirements can depend on the building, project specification and applicable guidance. Before selecting products for a Kent or East Sussex project, check the current requirements with your project designer or building control professional. Verify any claimed connection with Approved Document Q against current guidance, rather than treating a PAS 24 reference as universal proof of compliance.

What does PAS 24 test?

PAS 24 concerns the security performance of specified windows and doorsets, but its exact scope, methods and requirements depend on the edition and product category. A short marketing summary can’t replace the technical standard or certification evidence. Ask for documentation that identifies the product being assessed and the relevant edition. If you need detail about a particular test or requirement, check the current standard or ask the certification body.

How can I check whether a door is PAS 24 certified?

Request the certificate or supporting evidence, then compare its product identification, configuration and referenced edition with the door specified for your project. Check whether the stated scope includes the relevant hardware and any proposed variations. A logo or broad security claim alone may not establish this. If the documents are unclear or inconsistent, ask the supplier or certification body to confirm coverage before relying on the claim.

Does PAS 24 apply to uPVC windows?

PAS 24 may be relevant to particular window products, but you need product-specific evidence to confirm coverage. Frame material alone doesn’t establish that a uPVC window is covered, and neither does a supplier’s general security statement. Request documentation identifying the window type and configuration, then compare it with the project specification. This check applies equally to residential and commercial glazing projects in Kent and East Sussex.

Is PAS 24 the same as Secured by Design?

No. PAS 24 and Secured by Design are separate references, so don’t assume that one automatically proves the other. The relationship may depend on the current criteria and the product or project in question. Ask the supplier or project specifier which requirement each document addresses, and check the relevant evidence. This helps avoid treating a security standard, an accreditation or a product claim as interchangeable.

Does PAS 24 certification cover the installation as well as the product?

Not automatically. Product certification and installation requirements are separate matters, so check what the certificate covers and follow the project’s installation specification. Confirm who is responsible for installation and what records will be provided. If the specified product changes, ask whether its evidence still applies. TradeTech supplies and installs glazing products and is an Assure Certified Installer, but that status is not proof of PAS 24 certification for a specific product.