Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Chatham
We cover Chatham and nearby Gillingham, Rochester and Strood for fire shutter servicing & drop tests, on shutters other companies fitted as well as our own.
In the ME4 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.
- ME4 and nearby
- Kent
- 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
A shutter that sticks, closes too fast or stops short can leave an opening unprotected in a fire. The fusible link, alarm interface, governor, curtain, guides and bottom rail are all inspected.
Each visit is recorded with a certificate-style report for your fire safety log book. We can test shutters linked to the fire alarm in coordination with your alarm contractor.
What's included
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks
- Closing speed and governor checks
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
- Written report for your fire log book
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
Guide prices in Chatham
| 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 Chatham
For Chatham and the ME4 postcode district we survey, supply, fit and repair. Maidstone is about 8 miles away, and we also cover nearby Gillingham, Rochester and Strood.
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.
Fire shutter servicing & drop tests: common questions
Do you cover Chatham?
Yes. We survey, fit and repair fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Chatham and the ME4 district, as part of our coverage across Kent.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 Chatham
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.