Quick answer
We can supply and fit retractable, inflatable and foam dock shelters in Loughborough and across Leicestershire, with replacement curtains for existing frames and accessories such as guide lights, wheel guides and rain gutters.
- Town
- Loughborough
- Postcode district
- LE11
- Area
- Leicestershire
- Survey
- Free for new installations
What to specify
- Guidance aids. Driver aids help trailers line up straight, which protects the shelter and improves the seal.
- Sized to your fleet. We size curtains to the vans, rigids and trailers that actually use your bay.
- Temperature control. Less heated or chilled air escapes around the trailer while the door is up.
- Retractable frames. Spring-loaded scissor arms fold back on impact and return afterwards.
- Foam seals. Foam pads that the trailer squeezes into, ideal where every vehicle is much the same.
Typical scopes of work
- Specifying deeper top curtains for bays that receive double-deck trailers alongside standard trailers.
- Adding rain gutters and guide lights to dock shelters so water stays out of trailers during loading.
- Replacing worn dock bumpers before fitting new shelters so trailers stop at the correct distance from the wall.
Loading bay safety in England
Dock levellers, shelters and restraints are work equipment, so in Loughborough 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.
How the work is organised
Most installations in Loughborough 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 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
How long does dock shelter installation take in Loughborough?
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.
Do you repair dock shelters in Loughborough?
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 Loughborough?
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 Loughborough
Loughborough is in the LE11 postcode district in Leicestershire. We also cover Coalville, Leicester, Long Eaton.
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Other services in Loughborough
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Sectional overhead doors
- Industrial door replacement
- Industrial door installation
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Loughborough. Last updated 19 October 2026.