Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in East Sussex
Need fire shutter servicing & drop tests in East Sussex? We cover Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings 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 East Sussex 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
- South East
- From £145 + VAT
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Choosing fire shutter servicing & drop tests for premises in East Sussex
Counter-height and kitchen fire shutters need the same testing as large shutters. Each visit is recorded with a certificate-style report for your fire safety log book. We can test shutters linked to the fire alarm in coordination with your alarm contractor.
Manufacturers and industry guidance typically call for testing at least once a year, and more often for busy or critical shutters. A shutter that sticks, closes too fast or stops short can leave an opening unprotected in a fire.
Options we can specify
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Closing speed and governor checks
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
- Remedials priced on the day
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks

Guide prices in East Sussex
| 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 East Sussex
We cover East Sussex from Brighton to Eastbourne, Hastings and Hove, with 8 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.
Towns we cover in East Sussex
- Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Brighton
- Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Eastbourne
- Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Hastings
- Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Hove
- Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bexhill-on-Sea
- Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Hailsham
- Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Seaford
- Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Crowborough
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.
Your questions answered
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.
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.
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.
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.
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See everything we do in East Sussex, or read about fire shutter servicing & drop tests.
Get a fixed price in East Sussex
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.
