At a glance
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Exmouth tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Town
- Exmouth
- Postcode district
- EX8
- Area
- Devon
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in Exmouth
- Scheduling. Service intervals agreed with you, from annual to six-monthly on busy sites.
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
- Alarm interface. We coordinate with your fire alarm engineer so the release signal and the shutter are proven together.
- Remedials. If a shutter fails, we explain why and quote the fix before carrying out paid work.
- Mechanical checks. Curtain, barrel, guides, bottom rail and seals inspected for damage and wear.
Typical scopes of work
- 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.
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
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 Exmouth, the enforcing authority is the local fire and rescue authority.
How the work is organised
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.
Budgeting for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Exmouth
| 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
Can you service fire shutters at our Exmouth site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across Devon. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our Exmouth 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.
Do you test shutters in Exmouth 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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Exmouth
Exmouth is in the EX8 postcode district in Devon. We also cover Exeter, Newton Abbot, Torquay.
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Other services in Exmouth
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Impact traffic doors
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Dock shelters and seals
- Planned maintenance contracts
- Sectional overhead doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Exmouth. Last updated 19 October 2026.