Quick answer
Each dock shelter for a site in Orpington 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
- Orpington
- Postcode district
- BR6
- Area
- Greater London
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options for dock shelters and seals in Orpington
- Inflatable seals. Air bags inflate around the parked trailer for a tight seal.
- Replacement curtains. Worn or torn curtains renewed on the existing frame.
- Weather protection. Keeps wind, rain and cold out of the dock during loading.
- Retractable frames. Spring-loaded scissor arms fold back on impact and return afterwards.
- Temperature control. Less heated or chilled air escapes around the trailer while the door is up.
What this work can involve
- Replacing torn side and top curtains on existing retractable shelter frames instead of buying new shelters.
- Fitting retractable dock shelters across a run of bays that serve a mixed fleet of vans and trailers.
- 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 Orpington, 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.
How the work is organised
If your premises are leased, check whether the landlord needs to approve the work. We can provide drawings and product data for the landlord or managing agent before the order is placed.
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.
Your questions about dock shelters and seals
Can a dock shelter in Orpington 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.
How much does a dock shelter cost in Orpington?
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 Orpington, at no charge, the fixed price follows in writing.
Which dock shelter suits our Orpington 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 Orpington
Our teams cover Orpington (BR6) and nearby Sidcup, Swanley, Bromley, along with the rest of Greater London.
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Other services in Orpington
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Bollards and door protection
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Industrial door installation
- Industrial roller shutters
- Industrial door replacement
- Industrial door motor replacement
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Orpington. Last updated 19 October 2026.