Fire shutters in Washington
We supply, fit and look after fire shutters in Washington and nearby Chester-le-Street, Houghton-le-Spring and Hebburn, from a single opening to a whole site.
Guide prices for fire shutters in the NE37 area are £2,895 to £9,495 ex VAT (£3,474 to £11,394 inc VAT). Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after the survey.
- NE37 and nearby
- Tyne and Wear
- England
Get a free quote
Send the postcode and rough size. We reply with a guide price and book a free survey.
What to know about fire shutters in Washington
Fire shutters are common in kitchens, serveries, plant rooms, warehouses and openings between compartments. Because they are part of the building's fire precautions, they must be maintained and tested regularly.
The rating has to match the fire strategy for the wall the shutter sits in, which is set by the building's fire design. A fire shutter that sticks or closes too slowly may not protect the opening, which is why drop tests matter.
Features to choose from
- Manufacturer's test evidence and certification
- Planned servicing to keep it compliant
- Counter, hatch and large-opening versions
- Fire resistance from 60 to 240 minutes, product dependent
- Governed closing speed for safety
- Alarm-linked closing with fusible link backup
Guide prices in Washington
| Option | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Large or multiple fire shutters | After survey | After survey |
| Fire shutter, opening up to 4m x 4m | £4,795 to £9,495 | £5,754 to £11,394 |
| Fire shutter, opening up to 2m x 2m | £2,895 to £5,495 | £3,474 to £6,594 |
Your fixed price is confirmed in writing after the survey, before anything is ordered. Try the quote tool.
Where we work around Washington
For Washington and the NE37 postcode district we survey, supply, fit and repair. Newcastle upon Tyne is about 6 miles away, and we also cover nearby Chester-le-Street, Houghton-le-Spring and Hebburn.
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
Send the details
Give us the postcode, approximate width and height, and what the shutter is protecting.
We survey the opening
An engineer measures and checks the fixings, power and any planning constraints.
You approve a fixed price
The quote lists the specification and price in writing, so there are no surprises.
We fit and commission
Your shutter is installed, tested and handed over with instructions and paperwork.
Before you book in Washington
Do you cover Washington?
Yes. Send the postcode and we will arrange a survey in Washington. We also cover nearby Chester-le-Street, Houghton-le-Spring and Hebburn.
Will a fire shutter close in a power cut?
Fire shutters are designed to close on loss of power or on a fire signal, usually by gravity with a governed speed, so they fail safe.
How often should a fire shutter be tested?
Fire shutters are part of a building's fire precautions, so they must be kept in working order. Manufacturers and industry guidance typically call for a drop test and service at least once a year, and more often where they are used heavily.
Do you certify fire shutters?
The fire rating belongs to the manufacturer's tested product. We supply certified shutters with their documentation and install them to the manufacturer's instructions.
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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See everything we do in Washington, across Tyne and Wear, or read about fire shutters.
Get a fixed price in Washington
Free survey, made-to-measure shutters and a written quote before any work starts.