Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Prescot
Need fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Prescot? Describe the problem, send a photo if you can, and we will confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Guide prices for fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Prescot run from £145 to £280 ex VAT (£174 to £336 inc VAT), depending on the fault, the parts needed and access.
- L34 and nearby
- Merseyside
- England
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
What to know about fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Prescot
Faults found on test are reported straight away with a price for the remedial work. The fusible link, alarm interface, governor, curtain, guides and bottom rail are all inspected.
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.
Options we can specify
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
- Written report for your fire log book
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
Guide prices in Prescot
| 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 Prescot
We cover Prescot and the surrounding L34 district as part of our work across Merseyside. Prescot is around 7 miles from Liverpool, and we also cover nearby Huyton, St Helens and Halewood.
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 Prescot
Do you cover Prescot?
Yes. We survey, fit and repair fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Prescot and the L34 district, as part of our coverage across Merseyside.
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.
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.
Will you take away my old shutter?
Yes. Removal and disposal of an old shutter is included when we quote for a replacement.
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Get a fixed price in Prescot
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.