At a glance
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests for premises in Richmond. We inspect, adjust and closure-test each shutter, coordinate with your alarm engineer and leave written records for your fire risk assessment.
- Town
- Richmond
- Postcode district
- TW9
- Area
- Greater London
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in Richmond
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Mechanical checks. Guides, laths, bottom rail and smoke seals inspected and cleaned so nothing stops a full closure.
- Scheduling. Service intervals agreed with you, from annual to six-monthly on busy sites.
- Closure test. A full drop test on every visit, with closing speed checked against the manufacturer's range.
What this work can involve
- Realigning and clearing fire shutter guides damaged by pallet trucks so nothing prevents a full, square closure.
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
- Testing service-yard fire shutters out of hours so the closure test does not block a busy delivery route.
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 Richmond, the enforcing authority is the London Fire Commissioner (London Fire Brigade).
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.
Guide prices
| 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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Richmond: your questions
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Richmond?
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.
What happens if a fire shutter in Richmond 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 Richmond?
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 Richmond is confirmed in writing.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Richmond
Our teams cover Richmond (TW9) and nearby Twickenham, Isleworth, Hounslow, along with the rest of Greater London.
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Other services in Richmond
- Industrial door repairs
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Dock shelters and seals
- Industrial door replacement
- Fire shutters
- Dock levellers
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Sectional overhead doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Richmond. Last updated 19 October 2026.