Quick answer
We can service fire shutters across the South West in warehouses, factories, service yards and public buildings. Each visit proves the shutter closes as designed and records the result.
- Area
- Dorset
- Nation
- England
- Main town
- Bournemouth
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
How we look after doors in Dorset
- Mechanical checks. Guides, laths, bottom rail and smoke seals inspected and cleaned so nothing stops a full closure.
- Drive and back-up. Motor, brake, limits and any battery back-up tested.
- Scheduling. Six-monthly or annual visits set to suit your risk assessment.
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
- Written records. A service report per shutter for your fire safety logbook.
What this work can involve
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
- Freeing and adjusting a seized governor on a servery fire shutter that does not close fully on test.
- Servicing fire shutters on conveyor openings, including checks that the conveyor clears the closing line before the shutter descends.
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 Dorset, the enforcing authority is the local fire and rescue authority.
Access, phasing and timing
Service and repair visits in Dorset 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.
Prices for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Dorset
| 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
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Dorset?
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.
How much does fire shutter servicing cost in Dorset?
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 Dorset is confirmed in writing.
How often should fire shutters in Dorset 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.
Towns in Dorset we cover
We cover 5 towns in Dorset for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth, Christchurch.
Other services in Dorset
- Door automation and controls
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Dock shelters and seals
- Industrial door installation
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Planned maintenance contracts
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Door safety upgrades
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.