At a glance
Adding shelters to an existing bay in Hounslow, or planning a new one? We price shelters alongside dock levellers, bumpers and doors after a free survey, with a written fixed price.
- Town
- Hounslow
- Postcode district
- TW3
- Area
- Greater London
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options that matter on site
- Retractable frames. Spring-loaded scissor arms fold back on impact and return afterwards.
- Replacement curtains. Worn or torn curtains renewed on the existing frame.
- Weather protection. Keeps wind, rain and cold out of the dock during loading.
- Sized to your fleet. We size curtains to the vans, rigids and trailers that actually use your bay.
- Foam seals. Compressible pads for a tight seal where vehicles are a uniform size.
Jobs we can carry out
- Pricing shelters, levellers and sectional doors together for the refurbishment of an existing goods-in area.
- Fitting foam dock seals at a bay used only by a dedicated fleet of identical trailers.
- Fitting retractable dock shelters across a run of bays that serve a mixed fleet of vans and trailers.
Who is responsible for loading bay equipment at a site in Hounslow?
The employer or occupier is. PUWER 1998 requires work equipment to be maintained and inspected, and the Workplace Regulations 1992 cover vehicle and pedestrian routes around the dock. In practice that means planned servicing of levellers and doors, daily pre-use checks and a clear procedure to stop trailers moving during loading.
Access, phasing and timing
Most installations in Hounslow can be phased so part of the site keeps working. We agree access routes, exclusion zones and any temporary security with you before the team arrives, and can work early mornings, evenings or weekends where the business needs it.
Guide prices
| 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 Hounslow 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 long does dock shelter installation take in Hounslow?
Typically half a day to a day per shelter, depending on size and fixings. We schedule work bay by bay so loading can continue at the others while each shelter is fitted.
Can a dock shelter in Hounslow be fitted with our existing leveller?
Usually, yes. The shelter fits around the dock door and works with most existing levellers, provided the bumpers stop the trailer at the right distance from the wall. We check the bumpers and leveller lip on survey.
Dock shelters and seals near Hounslow
Hounslow is in the TW3 postcode district in Greater London. We also cover Isleworth, Heston, Twickenham.
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- Dock shelters and seals in Feltham
Other services in Hounslow
- Bollards and door protection
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- PVC strip curtains
- Door automation and controls
- Impact traffic doors
- Industrial roller shutters
- High-speed doors
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Hounslow. Last updated 19 October 2026.