Quick answer
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Accrington tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Town
- Accrington
- Postcode district
- BB5
- Area
- Lancashire
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
How we look after doors in Accrington
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Alarm interface. Release signal and fail-safe operation checked, with your alarm contractor where needed.
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
- Mechanical checks. Curtain, barrel, guides, bottom rail and seals inspected for damage and wear.
- Closure test. Each shutter released as the alarm would and its descent timed and checked.
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.
- Testing service-yard fire shutters out of hours so the closure test does not block a busy delivery route.
- Producing a fire shutter schedule and condition report ahead of a fire risk assessment review.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Accrington
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 Accrington is by the local fire and rescue authority.
Access, phasing and timing
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 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
Do you test shutters in Accrington 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.
Can you service fire shutters at our Accrington site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across Lancashire. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
What happens if a fire shutter in Accrington 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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Accrington
Our teams cover Accrington (BB5) and nearby Rawtenstall, Blackburn, Darwen, along with the rest of Lancashire.
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Other services in Accrington
- Impact traffic doors
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Cold store and freezer doors
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Dock levellers
- Complete loading bays
- Bollards and door protection
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Accrington. Last updated 19 October 2026.