At a glance
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests for premises in South Yorkshire. We inspect, adjust and closure-test each shutter, coordinate with your alarm engineer and leave written records for your fire risk assessment.
- Area
- South Yorkshire
- Nation
- England
- Main town
- Sheffield
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in South Yorkshire
- Alarm interface. We coordinate with your fire alarm engineer so the release signal and the shutter are proven together.
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
- 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.
- Mechanical checks. Guides, laths, bottom rail and smoke seals inspected and cleaned so nothing stops a full closure.
Typical scopes of work
- Servicing fire shutters on conveyor openings, including checks that the conveyor clears the closing line before the shutter descends.
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
- Carrying out a first service on fire shutters in a newly occupied unit, recording each shutter's make, label and condition.
Fire safety duties for shutters in South Yorkshire
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 South Yorkshire is by the local fire and rescue authority.
Planning the work around your site
Testing and repairs can mean closing an opening, so we agree timing and access with you before the visit, including early, late or weekend slots where the site needs them.
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
Can you service fire shutters at our South Yorkshire site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across Yorkshire and the Humber. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our South Yorkshire 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.
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in South Yorkshire?
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.
Towns in South Yorkshire we cover
We cover 4 towns in South Yorkshire for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley.
Other services in South Yorkshire
- PVC strip curtains
- Fire shutters
- Planned maintenance contracts
- Dock shelters and seals
- Industrial door replacement
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Sectional overhead doors
- Industrial roller shutters
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.