The short version
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Buckinghamshire tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Area
- Buckinghamshire
- Nation
- England
- Main town
- Milton Keynes
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
How we look after doors in Buckinghamshire
- Remedials. If a shutter fails, we explain why and quote the fix before carrying out paid work.
- Closure test. A full drop test on every visit, with closing speed checked against the manufacturer's range.
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
- Written records. A service report per shutter for your fire safety logbook.
- Mechanical checks. Curtain, barrel, guides, bottom rail and seals inspected for damage and wear.
Jobs we can carry out
- Realigning and clearing fire shutter guides damaged by pallet trucks so nothing prevents a full, square closure.
- Drop-testing compartment fire shutters every six months, coordinated with the fire alarm contractor's scheduled test visit.
- Testing service-yard fire shutters out of hours so the closure test does not block a busy delivery route.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Buckinghamshire
In England, fire shutters are part of the fire precautions the responsible person must keep maintained under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: in efficient working order and in good repair. Testing at suitable intervals and keeping the results is expected good practice and supports your fire risk assessment. Enforcement in Buckinghamshire is by the local fire and rescue authority.
How the work is organised
Service and repair visits in Buckinghamshire 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.
Your questions about fire shutter servicing and drop tests
How much does fire shutter servicing cost in Buckinghamshire?
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 Buckinghamshire is confirmed in writing.
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Buckinghamshire?
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.
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our Buckinghamshire 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.
Towns in Buckinghamshire we cover
We cover 7 towns in Buckinghamshire for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Milton Keynes, High Wycombe, Aylesbury, Bletchley.
Other services in Buckinghamshire
- Door safety upgrades
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- PVC strip curtains
- Industrial door replacement
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Dock levellers
- Bollards and door protection
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.