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Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in St Albans

We cover St Albans and nearby Harpenden, Hatfield and Hemel Hempstead for fire shutter servicing & drop tests, on shutters other companies fitted as well as our own.

Guide prices for fire shutter servicing & drop tests in St Albans run from £145 to £280 ex VAT (£174 to £336 inc VAT), depending on the fault, the parts needed and access.

  • AL1 and nearby
  • Hertfordshire
  • England
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How fire shutter servicing & drop tests works, and what to ask for

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.

Manufacturers and industry guidance typically call for testing at least once a year, and more often for busy or critical shutters. Each visit is recorded with a certificate-style report for your fire safety log book.

Specification options

  • Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
  • Remedials priced on the day
  • Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
  • Closing speed and governor checks
  • Written report for your fire log book
  • Full drop test under fire signal or release
A technician with a tablet checking a fire shutter in a service corridor

Guide prices in St Albans

Fire shutter servicing & drop tests guide prices
OptionEx VATInc VAT
Remedial repairs found on testAfter surveyAfter 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 St Albans

Our engineers travel across Hertfordshire, including St Albans (AL1). We also cover nearby Harpenden, Hatfield and Hemel Hempstead, 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

  1. Describe the fault

    Tell us what the shutter is doing, the make if you know it, and send a photo or video.

  2. Engineer visit

    An engineer inspects the shutter, finds the cause and makes it safe.

  3. Fixed repair price

    You get the repair price before parts are fitted; simple fixes are often done on the first visit.

  4. Tested and reported

    Limits and safety devices are checked, and you get a note of what was done.

Questions about fire shutter servicing & drop tests in St Albans

Do you cover St Albans?

Yes. St Albans (AL1) is within our Hertfordshire coverage, along with nearby Harpenden, Hatfield and Hemel Hempstead.

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.

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 details help you quote quickly?

The postcode, the approximate width and height of the opening, whether you want manual or electric operation, and a photo of the frontage.

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.

Other services in St Albans

See everything we do in St Albans, across Hertfordshire, or read about fire shutter servicing & drop tests.

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