At a glance
Each dock shelter for a site in Hayes is matched to the vehicles that actually call, from small vans to double-deck trailers, so the curtains seal properly without being torn by taller vehicles.
- Town
- Hayes
- Postcode district
- UB3
- Area
- Greater London
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options for dock shelters and seals in Hayes
- 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.
- Temperature control. Helps hold heat or cold inside the building with dock doors open.
- Sized to your fleet. Curtain sizes matched to vehicle widths, heights and dock height.
- Inflatable seals. Once the vehicle is in place, inflated bags press against its sides and roof.
Jobs we can carry out
- Adding rain gutters and guide lights to dock shelters so water stays out of trailers during loading.
- Installing inflatable dock shelters at a chilled goods-in to help hold temperature while trailers are unloaded.
- Replacing torn side and top curtains on existing retractable shelter frames instead of buying new shelters.
Loading bay safety in England
Dock levellers, shelters and restraints are work equipment, so in Hayes 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
Sites in and around Hayes vary from tight trade counters to large distribution yards. The survey records access for our vehicle and platform, overhead obstructions and floor condition so the installation day runs without surprises.
Budgeting for dock shelters and seals in Hayes
| 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
Which dock shelter suits our Hayes 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.
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.
Can you replace the curtains on our dock shelters in Hayes?
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.
Dock shelters and seals near Hayes
Besides Hayes, we can survey and quote for sites in Southall, Heston, Greenford and the rest of Greater London.
- Dock shelters and seals in Southall
- Dock shelters and seals in Heston
- Dock shelters and seals in Greenford
- Dock shelters and seals in Northolt
- Dock shelters and seals in Uxbridge
- Dock shelters and seals in Ruislip
Other services in Hayes
- High-speed doors
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- PVC strip curtains
- Bollards and door protection
- Industrial door installation
- Complete loading bays
- Cold store and freezer doors
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Hayes. Last updated 19 October 2026.