The short version
Adding shelters to an existing bay in Kendal, or planning a new one? We price shelters alongside dock levellers, bumpers and doors after a free survey, with a written fixed price.
- Town
- Kendal
- Postcode district
- LA9
- Area
- Cumbria
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options for dock shelters and seals in Kendal
- Replacement curtains. Damaged curtains can be swapped without replacing the whole shelter.
- Weather protection. Keeps wind, rain and cold out of the dock during loading.
- Temperature control. Less heated or chilled air escapes around the trailer while the door is up.
- Foam seals. Foam pads that the trailer squeezes into, ideal where every vehicle is much the same.
- Retractable frames. Spring-loaded scissor arms fold back on impact and return afterwards.
Jobs we can carry out
- Adding rain gutters and guide lights to dock shelters so water stays out of trailers during loading.
- Fitting foam dock seals at a bay used only by a dedicated fleet of identical trailers.
- Specifying deeper top curtains for bays that receive double-deck trailers alongside standard trailers.
What the law expects at a loading bay
Across Great Britain, including Kendal, loading bays bring together several duties: maintained work equipment under PUWER 1998, safe traffic routes under the Workplace Regulations 1992, and safe powered doors under the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008. Dock levellers should meet BS EN 1398, and the site's risk assessment should cover vehicle creep and drive-aways.
Access, phasing and timing
Where a door is being replaced, the opening has to be made secure at the end of each day. We plan strip-out, any new framing and the new door so the gap is never left open overnight unless you have agreed temporary measures.
Guide prices for dock shelters and seals
| 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 Kendal?
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.
Can you replace the curtains on our dock shelters in Kendal?
Yes. Replacement curtains are made to fit the existing frame on most retractable shelters, which is much cheaper than a new shelter. We measure and record the frame on the first visit.
Which dock shelter suits our Kendal 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.
Dock shelters and seals near Kendal
Kendal is in the LA9 postcode district in Cumbria. We also cover Morecambe, Lancaster, Barrow-in-Furness.
- Dock shelters and seals in Morecambe
- Dock shelters and seals in Lancaster
- Dock shelters and seals in Barrow-in-Furness
- Dock shelters and seals in Fleetwood
- Dock shelters and seals in Thornton-Cleveleys
- Dock shelters and seals in Whitehaven
Other services in Kendal
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Door automation and controls
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Industrial door installation
- Industrial door repairs
- Planned maintenance contracts
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Impact traffic doors
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Kendal. Last updated 19 October 2026.