The short version
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Winchester tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Town
- Winchester
- Postcode district
- SO23
- Area
- Hampshire
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in Winchester
- Alarm interface. We coordinate with your fire alarm engineer so the release signal and the shutter are proven together.
- Drive and back-up. Motor, brake, limits and any battery back-up tested.
- Scheduling. Six-monthly or annual visits set to suit your risk assessment.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
- 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.
Who must keep fire shutters working at a site in Winchester?
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.
How the work is organised
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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Winchester: your questions
What happens if a fire shutter in Winchester 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 Winchester?
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 Winchester is confirmed in writing.
Do you test shutters in Winchester 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 Winchester
Our teams cover Winchester (SO23) and nearby Eastleigh, Southampton, Totton, along with the rest of Hampshire.
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Other services in Winchester
- Dock shelters and seals
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- PVC strip curtains
- Industrial roller shutters
- Bollards and door protection
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Winchester. Last updated 19 October 2026.