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Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Barnstaple

Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Barnstaple and the EX31 district, for most makes of shutter and door. Tell us what is wrong and we will price the visit.

In the EX31 area, fire shutter servicing & drop tests typically costs £145 to £280 ex VAT (£174 to £336 inc VAT). We confirm a fixed price before any parts are fitted.

  • EX31 and nearby
  • Devon
  • England
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How fire shutter servicing & drop tests works, and what to ask for

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.

We can test shutters linked to the fire alarm in coordination with your alarm contractor. The fusible link, alarm interface, governor, curtain, guides and bottom rail are all inspected.

What's included

  • Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
  • Fusible link and alarm interface checks
  • Written report for your fire log book
  • Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
  • Coordination with your alarm contractor
  • Full drop test under fire signal or release
A technician with a tablet checking a fire shutter in a service corridor

Guide prices in Barnstaple

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.

Barnstaple and surrounding towns

Jobs in Barnstaple are planned as part of our Devon coverage, and visits can be combined with jobs in nearby Bideford. Planning rules are those of your local council in England.

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

Do you cover Barnstaple?

Yes. Send the postcode and we will arrange a survey in Barnstaple. We also cover nearby Bideford.

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.

How long does it take from order to fitting?

Shutters are made to measure after the survey, so the lead time depends on the product, colour and any security rating. We confirm it in your quote.

What warranty do I get?

Products carry the manufacturer's warranty, and the warranty for your shutter is set out in your quote.

Also available in Barnstaple

See everything we do in Barnstaple, across Devon, or read about fire shutter servicing & drop tests.

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