In short
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests for premises in Aberdeen. We inspect, adjust and closure-test each shutter, coordinate with your alarm engineer and leave written records for your fire risk assessment.
- Town
- Aberdeen
- Postcode district
- AB10
- Area
- Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in Aberdeen
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
- Mechanical checks. Curtain, barrel, guides, bottom rail and seals inspected for damage and wear.
- Remedials. If a shutter fails, we explain why and quote the fix before carrying out paid work.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Alarm interface. Release signal and fail-safe operation checked, with your alarm contractor where needed.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Carrying out a first service on fire shutters in a newly occupied unit, recording each shutter's make, label and condition.
- Servicing fire shutters on conveyor openings, including checks that the conveyor clears the closing line before the shutter descends.
- Drop-testing compartment fire shutters every six months, coordinated with the fire alarm contractor's scheduled test visit.
Fire shutter law in Scotland
A fire shutter only does its job if it closes when needed. Under the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006, the dutyholder must keep fire safety equipment maintained in efficient working order, and keeping test records is the usual way to show it. Shutters must also stay as the manufacturer tested and certified them, so repairs should use the right parts. In Aberdeen, the enforcing authority is the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.
Planning the work around your site
Before work starts we send a method statement and risk assessment, confirm who on site will be our contact and agree where materials and access equipment will go. On shared industrial estates that can mean booking yard space with the landlord.
Guide prices for fire shutter servicing and drop tests
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) |
|---|---|
| Fire shutter service with drop test, per shutter | £125 – £265 |
| Repair visit (attendance and first hour) | £145 – £195 |
Guide prices excluding VAT, which is added at the current rate where it applies. The visit price is agreed before we attend, and any repair is quoted before we carry it out.
Frequently asked questions
How much does fire shutter servicing cost in Aberdeen?
Our guide price is £125 to £265 ex VAT per shutter per visit including a drop test. Multi-shutter sites usually cost less per shutter. The fixed price for your premises in Aberdeen is confirmed in writing.
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Aberdeen?
A written report for each shutter covering inspection findings, the drop test result, any defects and recommended actions — ready to file with your fire safety records.
How often should fire shutters in Aberdeen be tested?
Follow the manufacturer and your fire risk assessment. A full service with closure test at least annually is common practice, with six-monthly visits on busy sites or shutters used daily.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Aberdeen
Working in Aberdeen? We also take on jobs in Stonehaven, Inverurie, Peterhead and across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
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- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Inverurie
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Peterhead
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Montrose
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Fraserburgh
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Arbroath
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- PVC strip curtains
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Dock shelters and seals
- Door automation and controls
- Bollards and door protection
- Industrial door installation
- Door safety upgrades
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Aberdeen. Last updated 19 October 2026.