The short version
Keeping fire shutters in Bedworth (CV12) 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
- Bedworth
- Postcode district
- CV12
- Area
- Warwickshire
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
How we look after doors in Bedworth
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
- Remedials. Faults explained on the day and quoted before any chargeable repair.
- 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.
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
What this work can involve
- Freeing and adjusting a seized governor on a servery fire shutter that does not close fully on test.
- Drop-testing compartment fire shutters every six months, coordinated with the fire alarm contractor's scheduled test visit.
- Replacing a failed battery back-up unit so a fire shutter closes under control when mains power is lost.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Bedworth
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 Bedworth 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.
Budgeting for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Bedworth
| 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
How often should fire shutters in Bedworth be tested?
Follow the manufacturer and your fire risk assessment. A full service with closure test at least annually is common practice, with six-monthly visits on busy sites or shutters used daily.
How much does fire shutter servicing cost in Bedworth?
Our guide price is £125 to £265 ex VAT per shutter per visit including a drop test. Multi-shutter sites usually cost less per shutter. The fixed price for your premises in Bedworth is confirmed in writing.
What happens if a fire shutter in Bedworth 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.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Bedworth
Our teams cover Bedworth (CV12) and nearby Nuneaton, Coventry, Hinckley, along with the rest of Warwickshire.
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Other services in Bedworth
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Bollards and door protection
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- High-speed doors
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Industrial door replacement
- Fire shutters
- Dock shelters and seals
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Bedworth. Last updated 19 October 2026.