Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Welling
We cover Welling and nearby Bexley, Eltham and Thamesmead for fire shutter servicing & drop tests, on shutters other companies fitted as well as our own.
In the DA16 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.
- DA16 and nearby
- Greater London
- 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 Welling: the essentials
Fire safety law in each UK nation requires fire precautions, including fire shutters, to be maintained. Each visit is recorded with a certificate-style report for your fire safety log book.
Faults found on test are reported straight away with a price for the remedial work. Regular testing also gives staff a chance to see how the shutter behaves and keep the area clear.
Options we can specify
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
- Remedials priced on the day
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
Guide prices in Welling
| 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 Welling
Jobs in Welling are planned as part of our Greater London coverage, and visits can be combined with jobs in nearby Bexley, Eltham and Thamesmead. 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
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 Welling
Do you cover Welling?
Yes. Send the postcode and we will arrange a survey in Welling. We also cover nearby Bexley, Eltham and Thamesmead.
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.
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.
What warranty do I get?
Products carry the manufacturer's warranty, and the warranty for your shutter is set out in your quote.
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See everything we do in Welling, across Greater London, or read about fire shutter servicing & drop tests.
Get a fixed price in Welling
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.