Quick answer
We can supply and fit retractable, inflatable and foam dock shelters in Northampton and across Northamptonshire, with replacement curtains for existing frames and accessories such as guide lights, wheel guides and rain gutters.
- Town
- Northampton
- Postcode district
- NN1
- Area
- Northamptonshire
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options that matter on site
- Replacement curtains. Worn or torn curtains renewed on the existing frame.
- Weather protection. Goods and staff stay out of the weather while the trailer is being worked.
- 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.
- Temperature control. Helps hold heat or cold inside the building with dock doors open.
Typical scopes of work
- Adding rain gutters and guide lights to dock shelters so water stays out of trailers during loading.
- Fitting retractable dock shelters across a run of bays that serve a mixed fleet of vans and trailers.
- 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 Northampton 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.
Keeping your site running during the work
Most installations in Northampton 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.
Prices for dock shelters and seals in Northampton
| 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
Do you repair dock shelters in Northampton?
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 Northampton?
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.
Which dock shelter suits our Northampton 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 Northampton
Our teams cover Northampton (NN1) and nearby Wellingborough, Daventry, Rushden, along with the rest of Northamptonshire.
- Dock shelters and seals in Wellingborough
- Dock shelters and seals in Daventry
- Dock shelters and seals in Rushden
- Dock shelters and seals in Kettering
- Dock shelters and seals in Milton Keynes
- Dock shelters and seals in Market Harborough
Other services in Northampton
- High-speed doors
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Industrial door repairs
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Sectional overhead doors
- Door safety upgrades
- Planned maintenance contracts
- Bollards and door protection
More about Dock shelters and seals · industrial doors in Northampton. Last updated 19 October 2026.