The short version
We can supply and fit retractable, inflatable and foam dock shelters in Falmouth and across Cornwall, with replacement curtains for existing frames and accessories such as guide lights, wheel guides and rain gutters.
- Town
- Falmouth
- Postcode district
- TR11
- Area
- Cornwall
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options that matter on site
- Retractable frames. Spring-loaded scissor arms fold back on impact and return afterwards.
- Sized to your fleet. Curtain sizes matched to vehicle widths, heights and dock height.
- Weather protection. Goods and staff stay out of the weather while the trailer is being worked.
- Replacement curtains. Damaged curtains can be swapped without replacing the whole shelter.
- Foam seals. Foam pads that the trailer squeezes into, ideal where every vehicle is much the same.
Jobs we can carry out
- Fitting foam dock seals at a bay used only by a dedicated fleet of identical trailers.
- Replacing torn side and top curtains on existing retractable shelter frames instead of buying new shelters.
- Adding rain gutters and guide lights to dock shelters so water stays out of trailers during loading.
Loading bay safety in England
Dock levellers, shelters and restraints are work equipment, so in Falmouth the business running the site must keep them in efficient working order under PUWER 1998, and keep traffic routes safe under the Workplace Regulations 1992. Dock levellers are built to BS EN 1398; powered loading bay doors are covered by the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008 and BS EN 12453.
Access, phasing and timing
Before work starts we send a method statement and risk assessment, confirm who on site will be our contact and agree where materials and access equipment will go. On shared industrial estates that can mean booking yard space with the landlord.
Prices for dock shelters and seals in Falmouth
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) |
|---|---|
| Dock shelter (retractable) | £2,195 – £5,495 |
| Inflatable dock shelter | £6,495 – £11,995 |
Guide prices for supply and installation unless stated, excluding VAT, which is added at the current rate where it applies. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing after a survey, before any work starts.
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair dock shelters in Falmouth?
Yes. We straighten or replace bent frames and arms, replace curtains, repair inflatable shelter blowers and bags, and renew bumpers. Repair visits are chargeable, and we quote before ordering any made-to-measure parts.
Which dock shelter suits our Falmouth warehouse?
Retractable shelters suit most mixed fleets. Inflatable shelters give a tighter seal for chilled, frozen or sensitive goods. Foam seals suit uniform fleets. We recommend one after recording your vehicles and dock on survey.
How much does a dock shelter cost in Falmouth?
Our guide prices are £2,195 to £5,495 ex VAT for a retractable dock shelter and £6,495 to £11,995 for an inflatable one, supplied and fitted. Once we have surveyed your bays in Falmouth, at no charge, the fixed price follows in writing.
Dock shelters and seals near Falmouth
Working in Falmouth? We also take on jobs in Truro, Redruth, Camborne and across Cornwall.
- Dock shelters and seals in Truro
- Dock shelters and seals in Redruth
- Dock shelters and seals in Camborne
- Dock shelters and seals in Newquay
- Dock shelters and seals in St Austell
- Dock shelters and seals in Plymouth
Other services in Falmouth
- Fire shutters
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Industrial door replacement
- Cold store and freezer doors
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Sectional overhead doors
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests
- Industrial door repairs
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Falmouth. Last updated 19 October 2026.