Quick answer
Need a compartment opening protected at premises in Suffolk? 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.
- Area
- Suffolk
- Nation
- England
- Main town
- Ipswich
- Survey
- Free for new installations
Options that matter on site
- Fail-safe closing. If the alarm sounds or the power goes, the shutter drops at a governed speed and closes the opening.
- Certified install. Fitted strictly to the manufacturer's specification for fixings, wall type and fire-stopping.
- Daily-use models. Where needed, the shutter can be motorised for daily traffic and still close on alarm.
- Warning devices. Audible and visual warnings let people know the shutter is about to close.
- Records. Commissioning and drop test records handed over for the fire safety file.
Examples of work we can quote for
- Replacing an obsolete kitchen servery fire shutter with a new shutter released by the fire alarm panel.
- Coordinating commissioning with the fire alarm contractor so the shutter release is proven during the same visit.
- Fire-stopping the head and jambs of a replacement shutter exactly to the manufacturer's installation details.
Fire safety duties for shutters in Suffolk
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 Suffolk is by the local fire and rescue authority.
How the work is organised
If your premises are leased, check whether the landlord needs to approve the work. We can provide drawings and product data for the landlord or managing agent before the order is placed.
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
How long does fire shutter installation take at a Suffolk 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.
Do you service fire shutters across the East of England?
Yes. We service and drop-test fire shutters across the East of England, 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 Suffolk 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.
Towns in Suffolk we cover
We cover 8 towns in Suffolk for fire shutters, including Ipswich, Lowestoft, Bury St Edmunds, Haverhill.
Other services in Suffolk
- Industrial roller shutters
- Industrial door replacement
- Insulated roller shutter doors
- Dock leveller and loading bay repairs
- Industrial door motor replacement
- Door safety upgrades
- Industrial door repairs
- Dock levellers
More about Fire shutters. Last updated 19 October 2026.