Quick answer
Fire shutters for warehouses, factories, shopping centres and public buildings in Whitehaven. We supply shutters carrying the manufacturer's fire test evidence and install them to the certified specification, linked to your fire alarm.
- Town
- Whitehaven
- Postcode district
- CA28
- Area
- Cumbria
- Survey
- Free for new installations
What we fit in Whitehaven
- Records. You receive records of the installation, commissioning and first drop test for your files.
- Warning devices. Audible and visual warnings let people know the shutter is about to close.
- Daily-use models. Where needed, the shutter can be motorised for daily traffic and still close on alarm.
- Battery back-up. Batteries keep the closing sequence under control even if mains power is lost.
- Certified install. We follow the certified installation details exactly, because the rating depends on them.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Fitting a 120-minute fire shutter to a conveyor opening between production and storage compartments, released by the fire alarm.
- Coordinating commissioning with the fire alarm contractor so the shutter release is proven during the same visit.
- Building up a blockwork wall to the tested construction before fitting a new compartment fire shutter.
Fire shutter law in England
A fire shutter only does its job if it closes when needed. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the responsible person must keep fire safety equipment maintained in efficient working order, and keeping test records is the usual way to show it. Shutters must also stay as the manufacturer tested and certified them, so repairs should use the right parts. In Whitehaven, the enforcing authority is the local fire and rescue authority.
Access, phasing and timing
Most installations in Whitehaven can be phased so part of the site keeps working. We agree access routes, exclusion zones and any temporary security with you before the team arrives, and can work early mornings, evenings or weekends where the business needs it.
Guide prices
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) |
|---|---|
| Fire shutter, single, with control panel and fail-safe closing | £4,495 – £11,995 |
| Fire shutter service with drop test, per shutter | £125 – £265 |
Guide prices for supply and installation unless stated, excluding VAT, which is added at the current rate where it applies. Your fixed price is confirmed in writing after a survey, before any work starts.
Your questions about fire shutters
Who maintains a fire shutter at our Whitehaven premises?
The person in control of the premises: the responsible person in England and Wales, the dutyholder in Scotland, or in Northern Ireland the person with fire safety duties. Check your lease to see whether landlord or tenant arranges servicing.
How long does fire shutter installation take at a Whitehaven site?
A single shutter is typically fitted in one to two days, with commissioning and alarm testing on top. Lead times for fire-rated products are confirmed with the quote, and work is planned around your operations.
Can a fire shutter in Whitehaven be fitted to any wall?
No. It must be fitted to a wall of the type covered by the manufacturer's test evidence, with fire-stopping as detailed. If your wall differs, we explain what building work is needed before the shutter is ordered.
Fire shutters near Whitehaven
Our teams cover Whitehaven (CA28) and nearby Workington, Barrow-in-Furness, Carlisle, along with the rest of Cumbria.
- Fire shutters in Workington
- Fire shutters in Barrow-in-Furness
- Fire shutters in Carlisle
- Fire shutters in Kendal
- Fire shutters in Morecambe
- Fire shutters in Lancaster
Other services in Whitehaven
- Complete loading bays
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Cold store and freezer doors
- Sectional overhead doors
- Bollards and door protection
- Impact traffic doors
- Industrial door repairs
More about Fire shutters · industrial doors in Whitehaven. Last updated 19 October 2026.