Quick answer
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Salford tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Town
- Salford
- Postcode district
- M6
- Area
- Greater Manchester
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What's included
- Drive and back-up. Motor, brake, limits and any battery back-up tested.
- Alarm interface. Release signal and fail-safe operation checked, with your alarm contractor where needed.
- 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.
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
Typical scopes of work
- Producing a fire shutter schedule and condition report ahead of a fire risk assessment review.
- Realigning and clearing fire shutter guides damaged by pallet trucks so nothing prevents a full, square closure.
- Freeing and adjusting a seized governor on a servery fire shutter that does not close fully on test.
Who must keep fire shutters working at a site in Salford?
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.
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
How much does fire shutter servicing cost in Salford?
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 Salford is confirmed in writing.
How often should fire shutters in Salford 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.
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Salford?
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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Salford
Our teams cover Salford (M6) and nearby Eccles, Manchester, Swinton, along with the rest of Greater Manchester.
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- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Swinton
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- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Urmston
Other services in Salford
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Sectional overhead doors
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Dock shelters and seals
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Complete loading bays
- Cold store and freezer doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Salford. Last updated 19 October 2026.