Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Gloucester
Book fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Gloucester: send the postcode, the type of shutter and what it is doing, and we will arrange a visit.
In the GL1 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.
- GL1 and nearby
- Gloucestershire
- England
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
What to know about fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Gloucester
A shutter that sticks, closes too fast or stops short can leave an opening unprotected in a fire. Faults found on test are reported straight away with a price for the remedial work.
Manufacturers and industry guidance typically call for testing at least once a year, and more often for busy or critical shutters. We can test shutters linked to the fire alarm in coordination with your alarm contractor.
Options we can specify
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Remedials priced on the day
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks
Guide prices in Gloucester
| 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 Gloucester
We cover Gloucester, the GL1 district and nearby Cheltenham, Stroud and Tewkesbury, as part of our Gloucestershire coverage.
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.
Fire shutter servicing & drop tests: common questions
Do you cover Gloucester?
Yes. Gloucester (GL1) is within our Gloucestershire coverage, along with nearby Cheltenham, Stroud and Tewkesbury.
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.
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.
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.
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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Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.