At a glance
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in County Londonderry tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Area
- Londonderry
- Nation
- Northern Ireland
- Main town
- Derry
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What our engineers check and fix
- Remedials. If a shutter fails, we explain why and quote the fix before carrying out paid work.
- Drive and back-up. Motor, brake, limits and any battery back-up tested.
- Alarm interface. We coordinate with your fire alarm engineer so the release signal and the shutter are proven together.
- 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.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Producing a fire shutter schedule and condition report ahead of a fire risk assessment review.
- Servicing fire shutters on conveyor openings, including checks that the conveyor clears the closing line before the shutter descends.
- Drop-testing compartment fire shutters every six months, coordinated with the fire alarm contractor's scheduled test visit.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Northern Ireland
In Northern Ireland the person with fire safety duties (often called the appropriate person) has the duty under the Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010 to keep fire safety measures, including fire shutters, maintained and in efficient working order. Keeping test records is expected good practice. Enforcement in County Londonderry is by the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service.
Planning the work around your site
Service and repair visits in County Londonderry are booked around your shifts. Doors and shutters are taken out of use one at a time, so the rest of the site keeps working while each one is checked.
Budgeting for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in County Londonderry
| 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
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in County Londonderry?
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.
How often should fire shutters in County Londonderry 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.
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our County Londonderry 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.
Towns in County Londonderry we cover
We cover 4 towns in County Londonderry for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Derry, Coleraine, Limavady, Magherafelt.
Other services in County Londonderry
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- Sectional overhead doors
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- PVC strip curtains
- Dock levellers
- Fire shutters
- Industrial roller shutters
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.