Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Wick
Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Wick and the KW1 district, for most makes of shutter and door. Tell us what is wrong and we will price the visit.
In the KW1 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.
- KW1 and nearby
- Highlands & Islands
- Scotland
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Wick: the essentials
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.
Regular testing also gives staff a chance to see how the shutter behaves and keep the area clear. The fusible link, alarm interface, governor, curtain, guides and bottom rail are all inspected.
Options we can specify
- Remedials priced on the day
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
- Closing speed and governor checks
- Written report for your fire log book
Guide prices in Wick
| 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.
Covering Wick and nearby
We cover Wick and the KW1 district as part of Highlands & Islands. Island and remote locations are covered by arrangement, so ask about lead times when you get in touch.
Rules in Scotland
Fire safety law and fire shutters
In Scotland the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 require the duty holder to keep fire safety measures, including fire shutters, maintained in efficient working order and good repair.
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.
Questions about fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Wick
Do you cover Wick?
Yes. Wick (KW1) is within our Highlands & Islands coverage, along with the rest of Highlands & Islands.
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 your guide prices include VAT?
Guide prices are shown both excluding VAT and including VAT at the standard rate of 20%. For a home, the price including VAT is what you pay.
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 Wick, across Highlands & Islands, or read about fire shutter servicing & drop tests.
Get a fixed price in Wick
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.