The short version
Need a compartment opening protected at premises in Penarth? We survey the wall and opening, specify a fire shutter with the rating your fire strategy needs and coordinate the alarm interface with your contractor.
- Town
- Penarth
- Postcode district
- CF64
- Area
- South Glamorgan
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options that matter on site
- Alarm interface. Release linked to the fire alarm and designed to BS 7273-4.
- Fail-safe closing. Controlled descent on alarm or power loss, with governor speed control.
- Warning devices. Audible and visual warnings let people know the shutter is about to close.
- Tested products. Every shutter comes with its maker's furnace test or assessment evidence and performance declaration.
- Daily-use models. Where needed, the shutter can be motorised for daily traffic and still close on alarm.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Building up a blockwork wall to the tested construction before fitting a new compartment fire shutter.
- Fitting a 120-minute fire shutter to a conveyor opening between production and storage compartments, released by the fire alarm.
- Fitting battery back-up, a beacon and a sounder to a new fire shutter on a service corridor.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Penarth
In Wales, fire shutters are part of the fire precautions the responsible person must keep maintained under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, as it applies in Wales: 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 Penarth is by South Wales Fire and Rescue Service.
How the work is organised
Most installations in Penarth 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.
Prices for fire shutters in Penarth
| 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.
Frequently asked questions
Do you service fire shutters across South Glamorgan?
Yes. We service and drop-test fire shutters across South Glamorgan, including most makes we did not install, and provide a written report for each shutter. Servicing visits are chargeable at a fixed price per shutter.
Can a fire shutter in Penarth 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.
How long does fire shutter installation take at a Penarth 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.
Fire shutters near Penarth
Working in Penarth? We also take on jobs in Cardiff, Barry, Caerphilly and across South Glamorgan.
- Fire shutters in Cardiff
- Fire shutters in Barry
- Fire shutters in Caerphilly
- Fire shutters in Risca
- Fire shutters in Newport (Gwent)
- Fire shutters in Pontypridd
Other services in Penarth
- Door safety upgrades
- Steel personnel and fire exit doors
- Complete loading bays
- Door automation and controls
- Dock shelters and seals
- PVC strip curtains
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Industrial roller shutters
More about Fire shutters · industrial doors in Penarth. Last updated 19 October 2026.