At a glance
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests for premises in Newport (Gwent). We inspect, adjust and closure-test each shutter, coordinate with your alarm engineer and leave written records for your fire risk assessment.
- Town
- Newport (Gwent)
- Postcode district
- NP20
- Area
- Gwent
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in Newport (Gwent)
- Remedials. If a shutter fails, we explain why and quote the fix before carrying out paid work.
- Written records. A service report per shutter for your fire safety logbook.
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
- Scheduling. Six-monthly or annual visits set to suit your risk assessment.
- Closure test. A full drop test on every visit, with closing speed checked against the manufacturer's range.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Testing service-yard fire shutters out of hours so the closure test does not block a busy delivery route.
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
- Realigning and clearing fire shutter guides damaged by pallet trucks so nothing prevents a full, square closure.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Newport (Gwent)
In Wales, fire shutters are part of the fire precautions the responsible person must keep maintained under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, as it applies in Wales: 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 Newport (Gwent) is by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
Keeping your site running during the work
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 often should fire shutters in Newport (Gwent) 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.
How much does fire shutter servicing cost in Newport (Gwent)?
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 Newport (Gwent) is confirmed in writing.
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our Newport (Gwent) 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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Newport (Gwent)
Our teams cover Newport (Gwent) (NP20) and nearby Risca, Cwmbran, Pontypool, along with the rest of Gwent.
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- Sectional overhead doors
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Industrial roller shutters
- Door safety upgrades
- High-speed doors
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Newport (Gwent). Last updated 19 October 2026.