In short
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests for premises in Barnstaple. We inspect, adjust and closure-test each shutter, coordinate with your alarm engineer and leave written records for your fire risk assessment.
- Town
- Barnstaple
- Postcode district
- EX31
- Area
- Devon
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What's included
- Scheduling. Six-monthly or annual visits set to suit your risk assessment.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
- Remedials. If a shutter fails, we explain why and quote the fix before carrying out paid work.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Realigning and clearing fire shutter guides damaged by pallet trucks so nothing prevents a full, square closure.
- Carrying out a first service on fire shutters in a newly occupied unit, recording each shutter's make, label and condition.
- Freeing and adjusting a seized governor on a servery fire shutter that does not close fully on test.
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 Barnstaple, the enforcing authority is the local fire and rescue authority.
Planning the work around your site
Service and repair visits in Barnstaple 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.
Budgeting for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Barnstaple
| 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
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Barnstaple?
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.
Do you test shutters in Barnstaple outside working hours?
Yes. Out-of-hours visits are available because testing closes the opening. We agree the timing and confirm any out-of-hours price in the quote.
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our Barnstaple 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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Barnstaple
Barnstaple is in the EX31 postcode district in Devon. We also cover Bideford, Tiverton, Exeter.
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Other services in Barnstaple
- Dock shelters and seals
- Door safety upgrades
- Industrial door replacement
- Cold store and freezer doors
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Sectional overhead doors
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Industrial door motor replacement
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Barnstaple. Last updated 19 October 2026.