The short version
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Carrickfergus tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Town
- Carrickfergus
- Postcode district
- BT38
- Area
- Antrim
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What's included
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
- Scheduling. Service intervals agreed with you, from annual to six-monthly on busy sites.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Remedials. Faults explained on the day and quoted before any chargeable repair.
- Mechanical checks. Guides, laths, bottom rail and smoke seals inspected and cleaned so nothing stops a full closure.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Drop-testing compartment fire shutters every six months, coordinated with the fire alarm contractor's scheduled test visit.
- Freeing and adjusting a seized governor on a servery fire shutter that does not close fully on test.
- Testing service-yard fire shutters out of hours so the closure test does not block a busy delivery route.
Who must keep fire shutters working at a site in Carrickfergus?
Under the Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010, the person with fire safety duties (often called the appropriate person), normally the employer or person in control of the premises, must make sure fire shutters are maintained. Your fire risk assessment should identify each one, how it is released and how often it is tested.
Access, phasing and timing
On a first visit we record each door's make, size, control type and condition. That record makes later repairs quicker to price and helps you plan replacements before a door fails.
Prices for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Carrickfergus
| 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.
Your questions about fire shutter servicing and drop tests
Can you service fire shutters at our Carrickfergus site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across County Antrim. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
How much does fire shutter servicing cost in Carrickfergus?
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 Carrickfergus is confirmed in writing.
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Carrickfergus?
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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Carrickfergus
Working in Carrickfergus? We also take on jobs in Newtownabbey, Bangor (Down), Larne and across County Antrim.
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More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Carrickfergus. Last updated 19 October 2026.