The short version
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Cheshire tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Area
- Cheshire
- Nation
- England
- Main town
- Chester
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
How we look after doors in Cheshire
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
- Remedials. Faults explained on the day and quoted before any chargeable repair.
- Alarm interface. Release signal and fail-safe operation checked, with your alarm contractor where needed.
- Closure test. Each shutter released as the alarm would and its descent timed and checked.
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
Typical scopes of work
- Servicing fire shutters on conveyor openings, including checks that the conveyor clears the closing line before the shutter descends.
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
- 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 Cheshire
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 Cheshire is by the local fire and rescue authority.
Keeping your site running during the work
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.
Budgeting for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Cheshire
| 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.
Questions from businesses in Cheshire
How often should fire shutters in Cheshire 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 Cheshire?
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.
Can you service fire shutters at our Cheshire site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across the North West. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
Towns in Cheshire we cover
We cover 11 towns in Cheshire for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Chester, Warrington, Crewe, Ellesmere Port.
Other services in Cheshire
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Dock levellers
- Dock shelters and seals
- Industrial door replacement
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- High-speed doors
- Industrial roller shutters
- PVC strip curtains
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.