Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Welwyn Garden City
We cover Welwyn Garden City and nearby Hatfield, Hertford and St Albans for fire shutter servicing & drop tests, on shutters other companies fitted as well as our own.
Expect fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Welwyn Garden City to start from £145 ex VAT (£174 inc VAT). The price is agreed with you before the engineer starts work.
- AL8 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
Fire safety law in each UK nation requires fire precautions, including fire shutters, to be maintained. We can test shutters linked to the fire alarm in coordination with your alarm contractor.
Each visit is recorded with a certificate-style report for your fire safety log book. A shutter that sticks, closes too fast or stops short can leave an opening unprotected in a fire.
Specification options
- Remedials priced on the day
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Written report for your fire log book
Guide prices in Welwyn 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 Welwyn Garden City
We cover Welwyn Garden City and the surrounding AL8 district as part of our work across Hertfordshire. Welwyn Garden City is around 13 miles from Watford, and we also cover nearby Hatfield, Hertford and St Albans.
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.
Your questions answered
Do you cover Welwyn Garden City?
Yes. Welwyn Garden City (AL8) is within our Hertfordshire coverage, along with nearby Hatfield, Hertford and St Albans.
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.
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.
Who carries out the work?
Work is carried out by experienced shutter engineers working for S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which is the company your contract is with.
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Get a fixed price in Welwyn Garden City
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.