Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bracknell
Book fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bracknell: send the postcode, the type of shutter and what it is doing, and we will arrange a visit.
Expect fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bracknell to start from £145 ex VAT (£174 inc VAT). The price is agreed with you before the engineer starts work.
- RG12 and nearby
- Berkshire
- England
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bracknell: the essentials
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.
Fire safety law in each UK nation requires fire precautions, including fire shutters, to be maintained. A shutter that sticks, closes too fast or stops short can leave an opening unprotected in a fire.
Features to choose from
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks
- Remedials priced on the day
- Closing speed and governor checks
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Written report for your fire log book

Guide prices in Bracknell
| 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.
Bracknell and surrounding towns
Bracknell sits in Berkshire, roughly 10 miles from Reading. Whether the job is in the RG12 district or nearby Crowthorne, Wokingham and Sandhurst, the survey and quote work the same way.
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 Bracknell
Do you cover Bracknell?
Yes. Bracknell (RG12) is within our Berkshire coverage, along with nearby Crowthorne, Wokingham and Sandhurst.
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.
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.
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.
Do you work with landlords and managing agents?
Yes. We quote, fit and service shutters for landlords, managing agents and facilities teams, including multi-site planned maintenance.
Do your guide prices include VAT?
Guide prices are shown both excluding VAT and including VAT at the standard rate of 20%. For a home, the price including VAT is what you pay.
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Get a fixed price in Bracknell
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.
