At a glance
We can supply and fit retractable, inflatable and foam dock shelters in Catford and across Greater London, with replacement curtains for existing frames and accessories such as guide lights, wheel guides and rain gutters.
- Town
- Catford
- Postcode district
- SE6
- Area
- Greater London
- Survey
- Free for new installations
What we fit in Catford
- Temperature control. Less heated or chilled air escapes around the trailer while the door is up.
- Sized to your fleet. Curtain sizes matched to vehicle widths, heights and dock height.
- Retractable frames. Spring-loaded scissor arms fold back on impact and return afterwards.
- Replacement curtains. Worn or torn curtains renewed on the existing frame.
- Foam seals. Foam pads that the trailer squeezes into, ideal where every vehicle is much the same.
Typical scopes of work
- Replacing torn side and top curtains on existing retractable shelter frames instead of buying new shelters.
- Replacing worn dock bumpers before fitting new shelters so trailers stop at the correct distance from the wall.
- Adding rain gutters and guide lights to dock shelters so water stays out of trailers during loading.
What the law expects at a loading bay
Across Great Britain, including Catford, 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.
Planning the work around your site
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 Catford
| 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
Can you replace the curtains on our dock shelters in Catford?
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.
Do you fit dock shelters for cold stores around Greater London?
Yes. We fit inflatable and retractable shelters at cold stores and chilled sites across Greater London, often alongside insulated doors and levellers, to help hold temperature and limit condensation at the dock while trailers are worked.
Do you repair dock shelters in Catford?
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.
Dock shelters and seals near Catford
Working in Catford? We also take on jobs in Lewisham, Blackheath, Greenwich and across Greater London.
- Dock shelters and seals in Lewisham
- Dock shelters and seals in Blackheath
- Dock shelters and seals in Greenwich
- Dock shelters and seals in Beckenham
- Dock shelters and seals in Peckham
- Dock shelters and seals in Bromley
Other services in Catford
- Dock levellers
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests
- Door safety upgrades
- High-speed doors
- Cold store and freezer doors
- Industrial roller shutters
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Industrial door motor replacement
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Catford. Last updated 19 October 2026.