The short version
We can service fire shutters across Wales in warehouses, factories, service yards and public buildings. Each visit proves the shutter closes as designed and records the result.
- Area
- Mid Glamorgan
- Nation
- Wales
- Main town
- Bridgend
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
How we look after doors in Mid Glamorgan
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
- 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.
- Drive and back-up. Motor, brake, limits and any battery back-up tested.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
Typical scopes of work
- Drop-testing compartment fire shutters every six months, coordinated with the fire alarm contractor's scheduled test visit.
- Producing a fire shutter schedule and condition report ahead of a fire risk assessment review.
- Testing service-yard fire shutters out of hours so the closure test does not block a busy delivery route.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Mid Glamorgan
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 Mid Glamorgan is by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
Keeping your site running during the work
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.
Budgeting for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Mid Glamorgan
| 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 Mid Glamorgan?
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 Mid Glamorgan is confirmed in writing.
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Mid Glamorgan?
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 Mid Glamorgan 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.
Towns in Mid Glamorgan we cover
We cover 6 towns in Mid Glamorgan for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, Pontypridd, Aberdare.
Other services in Mid Glamorgan
- High-speed doors
- Complete loading bays
- Dock shelters and seals
- Fire shutters
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- PVC strip curtains
- Sectional overhead doors
- Dock levellers
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.