Quick answer
We can service fire shutters across the East of England in warehouses, factories, service yards and public buildings. Each visit proves the shutter closes as designed and records the result.
- Area
- Suffolk
- Nation
- England
- Main town
- Ipswich
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in Suffolk
- Mechanical checks. Guides, laths, bottom rail and smoke seals inspected and cleaned so nothing stops a full closure.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
- Alarm interface. We coordinate with your fire alarm engineer so the release signal and the shutter are proven together.
- Closure test. Each shutter released as the alarm would and its descent timed and checked.
What this work can involve
- Servicing fire shutters on conveyor openings, including checks that the conveyor clears the closing line before the shutter descends.
- Freeing and adjusting a seized governor on a servery fire shutter that does not close fully on test.
- Producing a fire shutter schedule and condition report ahead of a fire risk assessment review.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Suffolk
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 Suffolk is by the local fire and rescue authority.
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.
Prices for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Suffolk
| 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 Suffolk site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across the East of England. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
Do you test shutters in Suffolk 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.
What happens if a fire shutter in Suffolk fails its test?
We tell you on the day, explain the cause and the risk, and quote any repair. Your fire risk assessor should know about a shutter that is out of service until it is fixed.
Towns in Suffolk we cover
We cover 8 towns in Suffolk for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Ipswich, Lowestoft, Bury St Edmunds, Haverhill.
Other services in Suffolk
- High-speed doors
- Door safety upgrades
- Sectional overhead doors
- Impact traffic doors
- Cold store and freezer doors
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Complete loading bays
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.