The short version
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Glasgow tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Area
- Glasgow
- Nation
- Scotland
- Main town
- Glasgow
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
How we look after doors in Glasgow
- Remedials. If a shutter fails, we explain why and quote the fix before carrying out paid work.
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
- 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.
- Closure test. Each shutter released as the alarm would and its descent timed and checked.
Typical scopes of work
- Testing service-yard fire shutters out of hours so the closure test does not block a busy delivery route.
- 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.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Glasgow
In Scotland, fire shutters are part of the fire precautions the dutyholder must keep maintained under the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006: 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 Glasgow is by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.
Access, phasing and timing
Service and repair visits in Glasgow 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.
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
Do you test shutters in Glasgow 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.
How often should fire shutters in Glasgow 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.
Can you service fire shutters at our Glasgow site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across Scotland. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
Towns in Glasgow we cover
We cover 4 towns in Glasgow for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Glasgow, Govan, Easterhouse, Maryhill.
Other services in Glasgow
- Impact traffic doors
- Industrial door installation
- Dock shelters and seals
- Industrial door replacement
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Complete loading bays
- Sectional overhead doors
- Cold store and freezer doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.