Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bedfordshire
Need fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bedfordshire? We cover Luton, Bedford and Dunstable and the rest of the area. Tell us what the shutter is doing and we will price the visit.
Guide prices for fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bedfordshire run from £145 to £280 ex VAT (£174 to £336 inc VAT) for the common jobs, with the exact figure fixed in writing before work starts.
- England
- East of England
- From £145 + VAT
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
What to know about fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bedfordshire
The fusible link, alarm interface, governor, curtain, guides and bottom rail are all inspected. Faults found on test are reported straight away with a price for the remedial work. Manufacturers and industry guidance typically call for testing at least once a year, and more often for busy or critical shutters.
We can test shutters linked to the fire alarm in coordination with your alarm contractor. A shutter that sticks, closes too fast or stops short can leave an opening unprotected in a fire.
Features to choose from
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Closing speed and governor checks
- Remedials priced on the day
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Written report for your fire log book

Guide prices in Bedfordshire
| Option | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Remedial repairs found on test | After survey | After survey |
| Additional shutters on the same visit, each | £95 to £180 | £114 to £216 |
| Fire shutter service and drop test, per shutter | £145 to £280 | £174 to £336 |
Your fixed price is agreed before any parts are fitted. Try the quote tool.
Covering Bedfordshire
We cover Bedfordshire from Luton to Bedford, Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard, with 5 towns listed below. Planning decisions for external shutters sit with your local council in England, and we check the position at survey.
Rules in England
Fire safety law and fire shutters
In England fire shutters form part of a building's fire precautions under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The responsible person must keep them maintained in efficient working order and good repair, which in practice means regular drop testing with written records.
How it works
Describe the fault
Tell us what the shutter is doing, the make if you know it, and send a photo or video.
Engineer visit
An engineer inspects the shutter, finds the cause and makes it safe.
Fixed repair price
You get the repair price before parts are fitted; simple fixes are often done on the first visit.
Tested and reported
Limits and safety devices are checked, and you get a note of what was done.
Before you book in Bedfordshire
Will the test set off my fire alarm?
We coordinate with you and your alarm contractor so the shutter can be tested without unwanted alarm calls.
Is fire shutter testing a legal requirement?
Fire shutters are part of a building's fire precautions, and the fire safety law in each UK nation requires those precautions to be maintained in efficient working order. Regular drop testing with records is how that is shown.
How often should fire shutters be drop tested?
Most manufacturers and industry guidance call for at least one test and service a year, with more frequent checks for busy or critical shutters. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and your fire risk assessment.
Can you fit outside trading hours?
Yes, out-of-hours fitting can be arranged for shops and businesses that cannot close during the day.
Is the survey free?
Yes, for new shutters, grilles and doors: the survey and written quote are free and there is no obligation to go ahead. Repair and servicing visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we visit.
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See everything we do in Bedfordshire, or read about fire shutter servicing & drop tests.
Get a fixed price in Bedfordshire
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.
