In short
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Westminster tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Town
- Westminster
- Postcode district
- SW1A
- Area
- Greater London
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What's included
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
- Mechanical checks. Guides, laths, bottom rail and smoke seals inspected and cleaned so nothing stops a full closure.
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
- Scheduling. Service intervals agreed with you, from annual to six-monthly on busy sites.
- Closure test. Each shutter released as the alarm would and its descent timed and checked.
Jobs we can carry out
- Freeing and adjusting a seized governor on a servery fire shutter that does not close fully on test.
- 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.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Westminster
In England, fire shutters are part of the fire precautions the responsible person must keep maintained under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: 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 Westminster is by the London Fire Commissioner (London Fire Brigade).
Planning the work around your site
Before work starts we send a method statement and risk assessment, confirm who on site will be our contact and agree where materials and access equipment will go. On shared industrial estates that can mean booking yard space with the landlord.
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.
Frequently asked questions
How much does fire shutter servicing cost in Westminster?
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 Westminster is confirmed in writing.
How often should fire shutters in Westminster 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.
Do you test shutters in Westminster 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 Westminster
Westminster is in the SW1A postcode district in Greater London. We also cover Pimlico, London, Chelsea.
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- Bollards and door protection
- High-speed doors
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Door automation and controls
- Dock levellers
- Cold store and freezer doors
- PVC strip curtains
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Westminster. Last updated 19 October 2026.