The short version
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Eastbourne tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Town
- Eastbourne
- Postcode district
- BN21
- Area
- East Sussex
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What's included
- Scheduling. Six-monthly or annual visits set to suit your risk assessment.
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Mechanical checks. Curtain, barrel, guides, bottom rail and seals inspected for damage and wear.
- Alarm interface. Release signal and fail-safe operation checked, with your alarm contractor where needed.
Typical scopes of work
- Drop-testing compartment fire shutters every six months, coordinated with the fire alarm contractor's scheduled test visit.
- Carrying out a first service on fire shutters in a newly occupied unit, recording each shutter's make, label and condition.
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
Who must keep fire shutters working at a site in Eastbourne?
The responsible person, usually the employer, owner or managing agent, has the duty under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Your fire risk assessment should list each shutter, how it is released and how often it is tested, and the local fire and rescue authority may ask how the shutters are maintained.
Planning the work around your site
On a first visit we record each door's make, size, control type and condition. That record makes later repairs quicker to price and helps you plan replacements before a door fails.
Budgeting for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Eastbourne
| 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
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our Eastbourne 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.
What happens if a fire shutter in Eastbourne fails its test?
We tell you on the day, explain the cause and the risk, and quote any repair. Your fire risk assessor should know about a shutter that is out of service until it is fixed.
How much does fire shutter servicing cost in Eastbourne?
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 Eastbourne is confirmed in writing.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Eastbourne
Our teams cover Eastbourne (BN21) and nearby Hailsham, Seaford, Bexhill-on-Sea, along with the rest of East Sussex.
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Hailsham
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Seaford
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Bexhill-on-Sea
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Hastings
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Brighton
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Hove
Other services in Eastbourne
- Dock levellers
- Planned maintenance contracts
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Industrial roller shutters
- PVC strip curtains
- Dock shelters and seals
- Bollards and door protection
- Impact traffic doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Eastbourne. Last updated 19 October 2026.