Fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bloxwich
From the WS3 postcode district outwards, we provide fire shutter servicing & drop tests across Bloxwich, with safety checks after every powered repair.
Guide prices for fire shutter servicing & drop tests in Bloxwich run from £145 to £280 ex VAT (£174 to £336 inc VAT), depending on the fault, the parts needed and access.
- WS3 and nearby
- West Midlands
- England
Book a visit
Tell us what the shutter is doing. We confirm the price before an engineer visits.
Choosing fire shutter servicing & drop tests for premises in Bloxwich
Faults found on test are reported straight away with a price for the remedial work. Each visit is recorded with a certificate-style report for your fire safety log book.
Fire safety law in each UK nation requires fire precautions, including fire shutters, to be maintained. A drop test checks that the shutter closes fully, at a controlled speed, when the fire signal or release is triggered.
What's included
- Coordination with your alarm contractor
- 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
Guide prices in Bloxwich
| 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 Bloxwich
Jobs in Bloxwich are planned as part of our West Midlands coverage, and visits can be combined with jobs in nearby Walsall, Willenhall and Wednesfield. Planning rules are those of your local council in England.
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 Bloxwich?
Yes. Send the postcode and we will arrange a survey in Bloxwich. We also cover nearby Walsall, Willenhall and Wednesfield.
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.
Will you take away my old shutter?
Yes. Removal and disposal of an old shutter is included when we quote for a replacement.
Do you work with landlords and managing agents?
Yes. We quote, fit and service shutters for landlords, managing agents and facilities teams, including multi-site planned maintenance.
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Get a fixed price in Bloxwich
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.