Quick answer
Keeping fire shutters in Swindon (SN1) 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
- Swindon
- Postcode district
- SN1
- Area
- Wiltshire
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in Swindon
- Most makes. We service most fire shutter brands, subject to parts availability.
- Closure test. Each shutter released as the alarm would and its descent timed and checked.
- Scheduling. Six-monthly or annual visits set to suit your risk assessment.
- Drive and back-up. Motors, brakes, limit settings and battery units checked for reliable operation.
- Alarm interface. Release signal and fail-safe operation checked, with your alarm contractor where needed.
What this work can involve
- 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.
- Realigning and clearing fire shutter guides damaged by pallet trucks so nothing prevents a full, square closure.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Swindon
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 Swindon is by the local fire and rescue authority.
Keeping your site running during the work
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.
Questions from businesses in Swindon
How often should fire shutters in Swindon 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.
What records do we get after a fire shutter service in Swindon?
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.
Can you service fire shutters at our Swindon site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across Wiltshire. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
Fire shutter servicing and drop tests near Swindon
Working in Swindon? We also take on jobs in Cirencester, Chippenham, Witney and across Wiltshire.
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Other services in Swindon
- High-speed doors
- Fire shutters
- Hangar and large-span doors
- Sectional overhead doors
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Industrial door replacement
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests · industrial doors in Swindon. Last updated 19 October 2026.