Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Torquay
From the TQ2 postcode district outwards, we provide fire shutter servicing & drop tests across Torquay, with safety checks after every powered repair.
Guide prices for fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Torquay run from £145 to £280 ex VAT (£174 to £336 inc VAT), depending on the fault, the parts needed and access.
- TQ2 and nearby
- Devon
- 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 Torquay: the essentials
A shutter that sticks, closes too fast or stops short can leave an opening unprotected in a fire. Fire safety law in each UK nation requires fire precautions, including fire shutters, to be maintained.
A drop test checks that the shutter closes fully, at a controlled speed, when the fire signal or release is triggered. Manufacturers and industry guidance typically call for testing at least once a year, and more often for busy or critical shutters.
Options we can specify
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
- Written report for your fire log book
- Closing speed and governor checks
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Remedials priced on the day
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
Guide prices in Torquay
| 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.
Where we work around Torquay
Our engineers travel across Devon, including Torquay (TQ2). We also cover nearby Paignton, Newton Abbot and Exmouth, so jobs at more than one site can be grouped into one visit.
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 Torquay
Do you cover Torquay?
Yes. Send the postcode and we will arrange a survey in Torquay. We also cover nearby Paignton, Newton Abbot and Exmouth.
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.
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.
Can I get a quote from photos?
Photos and approximate sizes let us give you a guide price quickly. A survey is still needed before a shutter is made, because it is built to exact measurements.
Can you fit outside trading hours?
Yes, out-of-hours fitting can be arranged for shops and businesses that cannot close during the day.
Also available in Torquay
- Shutter motor replacement in Torquay
- Insulated roller shutters in Torquay
- Aluminium roller shutters in Torquay
- Fire shutters in Torquay
- LPS 1175 high-security shutters in Torquay
- Security roller shutters in Torquay
See everything we do in Torquay, across Devon, or read about fire shutter servicing & drop tests.
Get a fixed price in Torquay
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.