Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Ashington
Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Ashington and the NE63 district, for most makes of shutter and door. Tell us what is wrong and we will price the visit.
Expect fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Ashington to start from £145 ex VAT (£174 inc VAT). The price is agreed with you before the engineer starts work.
- NE63 and nearby
- Northumberland
- 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 Ashington
Faults found on test are reported straight away with a price for the remedial work. A drop test checks that the shutter closes fully, at a controlled speed, when the fire signal or release is triggered.
A shutter that sticks, closes too fast or stops short can leave an opening unprotected in a fire. We can test shutters linked to the fire alarm in coordination with your alarm contractor.
Options we can specify
- Full drop test under fire signal or release
- Remedials priced on the day
- Curtain, guide and bottom rail inspection
- Fusible link and alarm interface checks
- Counter, hatch and large fire shutters
- Written report for your fire log book
Guide prices in Ashington
| 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 Ashington
If your premises are in Ashington or nearby Morpeth, Cramlington and Whitley Bay, we can survey and quote. Give us the full postcode, in or around NE63, and we will arrange a time.
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 Ashington?
Yes. Ashington (NE63) is within our Northumberland coverage, along with nearby Morpeth, Cramlington and Whitley Bay.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Are your prices fixed?
Yes. After the survey you get a written price for the agreed specification, confirmed before anything is ordered or any work starts. If you change the specification, or a hidden problem such as a weak lintel is found during fitting, we price it and agree it with you before carrying on.
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Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.