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Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Cheshire

Fire shutter servicing & drop tests across Cheshire, including Warrington, Chester and Crewe, for most makes of shutter and door.

Guide prices for fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Cheshire 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
  • North West
  • From £145 + VAT

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Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Cheshire: the essentials

Manufacturers and industry guidance typically call for testing at least once a year, and more often for busy or critical shutters. A drop test checks that the shutter closes fully, at a controlled speed, when the fire signal or release is triggered. Counter-height and kitchen fire shutters need the same testing as large shutters.

Faults found on test are reported straight away with a price for the remedial work. Regular testing also gives staff a chance to see how the shutter behaves and keep the area clear.

What's included

  • Fusible link and alarm interface checks
  • Coordination with your alarm contractor
  • Remedials priced on the day
  • Full drop test under fire signal or release
  • Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
  • Written report for your fire log book
A technician with a tablet checking a fire shutter in a service corridor

Guide prices in Cheshire

Fire shutter servicing & drop tests guide prices
OptionEx VATInc VAT
Remedial repairs found on testAfter surveyAfter 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 Cheshire

We cover Cheshire from Warrington to Chester, Crewe and Ellesmere Port, with 11 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

  1. Describe the fault

    Tell us what the shutter is doing, the make if you know it, and send a photo or video.

  2. Engineer visit

    An engineer inspects the shutter, finds the cause and makes it safe.

  3. Fixed repair price

    You get the repair price before parts are fitted; simple fixes are often done on the first visit.

  4. Tested and reported

    Limits and safety devices are checked, and you get a note of what was done.

Your questions answered

What happens if a shutter fails the test?

We report it straight away, make it safe where possible, and give you a price for the repair so the opening is protected again.

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.

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.

Who carries out the work?

Work is carried out by experienced shutter engineers working for S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which is the company your contract is with.

Can you fit outside trading hours?

Yes, out-of-hours fitting can be arranged for shops and businesses that cannot close during the day.

Get a fixed price in Cheshire

Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.