The short version
Keeping fire shutters in Whitehaven (CA28) in working order is a legal duty for whoever controls the premises. We make it straightforward with scheduled servicing, drop testing and clear paperwork.
- Town
- Whitehaven
- Postcode district
- CA28
- Area
- Cumbria
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
How we look after doors in Whitehaven
- Remedials. Faults explained on the day and quoted before any chargeable repair.
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
- Mechanical checks. Curtain, barrel, guides, bottom rail and seals inspected for damage and wear.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
What this work can involve
- Freeing and adjusting a seized governor on a servery fire shutter that does not close fully on test.
- Producing a fire shutter schedule and condition report ahead of a fire risk assessment review.
- 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 Whitehaven
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 Whitehaven is by the local fire and rescue authority.
Access, phasing and timing
Testing and repairs can mean closing an opening, so we agree timing and access with you before the visit, including early, late or weekend slots where the site needs them.
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
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our Whitehaven 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 Whitehaven 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 Whitehaven?
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 Whitehaven
Working in Whitehaven? We also take on jobs in Workington, Barrow-in-Furness, Carlisle and across Cumbria.
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Workington
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Barrow-in-Furness
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Carlisle
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Kendal
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Morecambe
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Lancaster
Other services in Whitehaven
- Bollards and door protection
- Industrial roller shutters
- Impact traffic doors
- Dock levellers
- Door automation and controls
- Cold store and freezer doors
- Dock shelters and seals
- Fire shutters
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Whitehaven. Last updated 19 October 2026.