Quick answer
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Didcot tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Town
- Didcot
- Postcode district
- OX11
- Area
- Oxfordshire
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What's included
- Remedials. Faults explained on the day and quoted before any chargeable repair.
- Scheduling. Service intervals agreed with you, from annual to six-monthly on busy sites.
- Written records. A service report per shutter for your fire safety logbook.
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
- Closure test. Each shutter released as the alarm would and its descent timed and checked.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Carrying out a first service on fire shutters in a newly occupied unit, recording each shutter's make, label and condition.
- Realigning and clearing fire shutter guides damaged by pallet trucks so nothing prevents a full, square closure.
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
Fire shutter law in England
A fire shutter only does its job if it closes when needed. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the responsible person must keep fire safety equipment maintained in efficient working order, and keeping test records is the usual way to show it. Shutters must also stay as the manufacturer tested and certified them, so repairs should use the right parts. In Didcot, the enforcing authority is the local fire and rescue authority.
How the work is organised
Service and repair visits in Didcot 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.
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
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Didcot?
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.
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our Didcot 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 Didcot 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 Didcot
Our teams cover Didcot (OX11) and nearby Abingdon, Oxford, Thatcham, along with the rest of Oxfordshire.
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Other services in Didcot
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Complete loading bays
- Fire shutters
- Door automation and controls
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Didcot. Last updated 19 October 2026.