At a glance
Fire shutters that rarely move can seize without warning. A service at premises in Worcestershire tests them the way a fire would: release, controlled descent, full closure, then reset and record.
- Area
- Worcestershire
- Nation
- England
- Main town
- Worcester
- Guide price
- £125 – £265
What the visit covers in Worcestershire
- Scheduling. Service intervals agreed with you, from annual to six-monthly on busy sites.
- Alarm interface. We coordinate with your fire alarm engineer so the release signal and the shutter are proven together.
- Most makes. Shutters from most manufacturers serviced, whether or not we installed them.
- Closure test. Each shutter released as the alarm would and its descent timed and checked.
- Written records. Clear records of what was tested, the result and any actions, ready for your fire risk assessor.
Typical scopes of work
- Servicing fire shutters on conveyor openings, including checks that the conveyor clears the closing line before the shutter descends.
- Producing a fire shutter schedule and condition report ahead of a fire risk assessment review.
- 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 Worcestershire
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 Worcestershire 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.
Prices for fire shutter servicing and drop tests in Worcestershire
| 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 Worcestershire site that we didn't buy from you?
Yes. We service most makes across the West Midlands. On the first visit we record each shutter's details and condition so future services and any repairs are straightforward.
What happens if a fire shutter in Worcestershire 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.
How often should fire shutters in Worcestershire 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.
Towns in Worcestershire we cover
We cover 8 towns in Worcestershire for fire shutter servicing and drop tests, including Worcester, Redditch, Kidderminster, Malvern.
Other services in Worcestershire
- Dock levellers
- PVC strip curtains
- Sliding and folding industrial doors
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Industrial door replacement
- Industrial door installation
- Door safety upgrades
- Bollards and door protection
More about Fire shutter servicing and drop tests. Last updated 19 October 2026.