At a glance
We can service fire shutters across North Yorkshire in warehouses, factories, service yards and public buildings. Each visit proves the shutter closes as designed and records the result.
- Town
- York
- Postcode district
- YO1
- Area
- North Yorkshire
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What our engineers check and fix
- Closure test. A full drop test on every visit, with closing speed checked against the manufacturer's range.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Remedials. If a shutter fails, we explain why and quote the fix before carrying out paid work.
- Mechanical checks. Curtain, barrel, guides, bottom rail and seals inspected for damage and wear.
- Drive and back-up. Motor, brake, limits and any battery back-up tested.
What this work can involve
- Carrying out a first service on fire shutters in a newly occupied unit, recording each shutter's make, label and condition.
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
- Servicing fire shutters on conveyor openings, including checks that the conveyor clears the closing line before the shutter descends.
Fire safety duties for shutters in York
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 York is by the local fire and rescue authority.
Planning the work around your site
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.
Your questions about fire shutter servicing and drop tests
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our York 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.
Do you test shutters in York 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 York site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across North Yorkshire. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near York
Our teams cover York (YO1) and nearby Selby, Harrogate, Goole, along with the rest of North Yorkshire.
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Selby
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Harrogate
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Goole
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Castleford
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Pontefract
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Leeds
Other services in York
- Dock shelters and seals
- Door automation and controls
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- PVC strip curtains
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Bollards and door protection
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in York. Last updated 19 October 2026.