Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Letchworth Garden City
From the SG6 postcode district outwards, we provide fire shutter servicing & drop tests across Letchworth Garden City, with safety checks after every powered repair.
Expect fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Letchworth Garden City to start from £145 ex VAT (£174 inc VAT). The price is agreed with you before the engineer starts work.
- SG6 and nearby
- Hertfordshire
- England
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
How fire shutter servicing & drop tests works, and what to ask for
Counter-height and kitchen fire shutters need the same testing as large shutters. 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. We can test shutters linked to the fire alarm in coordination with your alarm contractor.
Options we can specify
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
- Written report for your fire log book
- Remedials priced on the day
- Closing speed and governor checks
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks
Guide prices in Letchworth Garden City
| 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 Letchworth Garden City
Our engineers travel across Hertfordshire, including Letchworth Garden City (SG6). We also cover nearby Hitchin, Stevenage and Luton, 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 Letchworth Garden City
Do you cover Letchworth Garden City?
Yes. Send the postcode and we will arrange a survey in Letchworth Garden City. We also cover nearby Hitchin, Stevenage and Luton.
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.
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.
How long does it take from order to fitting?
Shutters are made to measure after the survey, so the lead time depends on the product, colour and any security rating. We confirm it in your quote.
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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Get a fixed price in Letchworth Garden City
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.