In short
Keeping fire shutters in Guildford (GU1) in working order is a legal duty for whoever controls the premises. We make it straightforward with scheduled servicing, drop testing and clear paperwork.
- Town
- Guildford
- Postcode district
- GU1
- Area
- Surrey
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in Guildford
- Closure test. Each shutter released as the alarm would and its descent timed and checked.
- Remedials. Faults explained on the day and quoted before any chargeable repair.
- Drive and back-up. Motor, brake, limits and any battery back-up tested.
- 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.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Freeing and adjusting a seized governor on a servery fire shutter that does not close fully on test.
- 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.
Who must keep fire shutters working at a site in Guildford?
The responsible person, usually the employer, owner or managing agent, has the duty under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Your fire risk assessment should list each shutter, how it is released and how often it is tested, and the local fire and rescue authority may ask how the shutters are maintained.
How the work is organised
Service and repair visits in Guildford 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.
Prices for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Guildford
| 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
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Guildford?
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.
Do you test shutters in Guildford 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.
Who is responsible for fire shutter maintenance at our Guildford 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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Guildford
Besides Guildford, we can survey and quote for sites in Godalming, Woking, Aldershot and the rest of Surrey.
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Godalming
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Woking
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Aldershot
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Farnborough
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Farnham
- Fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Camberley
Other services in Guildford
- Impact traffic doors
- Industrial door replacement
- Industrial door motor replacement
- High-speed doors
- Fire shutters
- Cold store and freezer doors
- Dock shelters and seals
- Sectional overhead doors
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Guildford. Last updated 19 October 2026.