The short version
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Bedfordshire tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Area
- Bedfordshire
- Nation
- England
- Main town
- Luton
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What our engineers check and fix
- Mechanical checks. Guides, laths, bottom rail and smoke seals inspected and cleaned so nothing stops a full closure.
- Scheduling. Service intervals agreed with you, from annual to six-monthly on busy sites.
- Closure test. A full drop test on every visit, with closing speed checked against the manufacturer's range.
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
- Remedials. Faults explained on the day and quoted before any chargeable repair.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Testing service-yard fire shutters out of hours so the closure test does not block a busy delivery route.
- Drop-testing compartment fire shutters every six months, coordinated with the fire alarm contractor's scheduled test visit.
- Servicing fire shutters on conveyor openings, including checks that the conveyor clears the closing line before the shutter descends.
Fire shutter law in England
A fire shutter only does its job if it closes when needed. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the responsible person 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 Bedfordshire, the enforcing authority is the local fire and rescue authority.
How the work is organised
Service and repair visits in Bedfordshire are booked around your shifts. Doors and shutters are taken out of use one at a time, so the rest of the site keeps working while each one is checked.
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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Bedfordshire: your questions
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our Bedfordshire site?
The person in control of the premises, usually the employer, owner or managing agent, under fire safety law. Leases often set out whether landlord or tenant arranges it, so check yours.
How often should fire shutters in Bedfordshire 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.
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Bedfordshire?
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.
Towns in Bedfordshire we cover
We cover 5 towns in Bedfordshire for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Luton, Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard.
Other services in Bedfordshire
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Impact traffic doors
- Fire shutters
- Door automation and controls
- Bollards and door protection
- Hangar and large-span doors
- PVC strip curtains
- High-speed doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.