Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Barnet
Book fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Barnet: send the postcode, the type of shutter and what it is doing, and we will arrange a visit.
In the EN5 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.
- EN5 and nearby
- Greater London
- 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 Barnet
A drop test checks that the shutter closes fully, at a controlled speed, when the fire signal or release is triggered. Fire safety law in each UK nation requires fire precautions, including fire shutters, to be maintained.
Manufacturers and industry guidance typically call for testing at least once a year, and more often for busy or critical shutters. Faults found on test are reported straight away with a price for the remedial work.
Features to choose from
- Closing speed and governor checks
- Written report for your fire log book
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Remedials priced on the day
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
Guide prices in Barnet
| 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 Barnet
Our engineers travel across Greater London, including Barnet (EN5). We also cover nearby Potters Bar, Borehamwood and Finchley, 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 Barnet
Do you cover Barnet?
Yes. We survey, fit and repair fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Barnet and the EN5 district, as part of our coverage across Greater London.
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.
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.
Is the survey free?
Yes, for new shutters, grilles and doors: the survey and written quote are free and there is no obligation to go ahead. Repair and servicing visits are charged, and we tell you the price before we visit.
Do you repair shutters fitted by other companies?
Yes. We repair and service most makes of roller shutter, grille and industrial door, whoever fitted them.
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See everything we do in Barnet, across Greater London, or read about fire shutter servicing & drop tests.
Get a fixed price in Barnet
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.