Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Lytham St Annes
From the FY8 postcode district outwards, we provide fire shutter servicing & drop tests across Lytham St Annes, with safety checks after every powered repair.
Expect fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Lytham St Annes to start from £145 ex VAT (£174 inc VAT). The price is agreed with you before the engineer starts work.
- FY8 and nearby
- Lancashire
- 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. Each visit is recorded with a certificate-style report for your fire safety log book.
The fusible link, alarm interface, governor, curtain, guides and bottom rail are all inspected. Faults found on test are reported straight away with a price for the remedial work.
Options we can specify
- Closing speed and governor checks
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks
- Remedials priced on the day
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
- Written report for your fire log book
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
Guide prices in Lytham St Annes
| 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.
Lytham St Annes and surrounding towns
For Lytham St Annes and the FY8 postcode district we survey, supply, fit and repair. Preston is about 12 miles away, and we also cover nearby Blackpool, Southport and Thornton-Cleveleys.
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 Lytham St Annes
Do you cover Lytham St Annes?
Yes. We survey, fit and repair fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Lytham St Annes and the FY8 district, as part of our coverage across Lancashire.
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.
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.
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 Lytham St Annes
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.