If you manage premises anywhere in Kent and a roller shutter is letting you down, Shop Shutter Repairs can help. We cover fire shutter repairs for single shops, parades and multi-site operators, and we quote a clear figure once the engineer has seen the fault.
- Service
- Fire shutter repairs
- Area
- Kent, South East
- Guide price
- £180 to £650 ex VAT
- Towns listed
- 9
- Postcode areas
- CT, DA, ME, TN
- Emergency visits
- Next available slot
Where in Kent do you cover?
Recent enquiries from Kent have come from Canterbury, Ashford, Dartford, Gillingham and Margate. Whether the shutter protects a corner shop, a takeaway or a unit on an estate, the engineer who attends will know the common makes used locally.
Signs you need fire shutter repairs
- No record of recent checks
- Fire shutter did not drop during an alarm test
- Fusible link or release unit damaged
- Shutter closes too fast or stops short
What the repair involves in Kent
Fire shutter repairs usually starts with the engineer watching the shutter run, if it runs at all, then checking the parts most likely to be at fault. Repair and routine checks on fire shutters, with records kept for your responsible person. Where the part is carried on the van the job is often finished the same visit.
- Inspect the release mechanism, governor and curtain
- Repair using parts that match the tested product
- Drop test and record the result
- Written report for your fire risk assessment file
For premises in Kent, the relevant duty sits under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which requires the responsible person to keep fire safety measures in efficient working order. A dated drop-test record supports your fire risk assessment.
How much does fire shutter repairs cost in Kent?
As a guide, fire shutter repairs typically costs £180 to £650 excluding VAT. The exact figure depends on the shutter size, the make and whether parts need ordering, and it is always confirmed before work begins.
How do I book?
The quickest route is a phone call, but the form on this page works just as well out of hours. We reply with an appointment window and the name of the company carrying out the work. Every quote names the company that will carry out and invoice the work, so you know exactly who is accountable before you say yes.
Fire shutter repairs in Kent: questions
How often should a fire shutter be checked?
Manufacturers generally recommend a drop test and inspection at least once a year, and many buildings test more often as part of their fire alarm routine. Fire safety law requires the responsible person to keep fire safety equipment maintained, so keeping a written record matters.
How much does fire shutter repairs cost in Kent?
A typical guide price is £180 to £650 excluding VAT. Shutter width, make, parts availability and out-of-hours attendance move the figure up or down, and the final price is confirmed in writing before work starts.
Do you cover all of Kent?
Yes. We regularly attend Maidstone, Canterbury, Ashford and Dartford, and other towns and business parks across Kent. Share your postcode and we will confirm the visit time.
Who carries out the repair?
An engineer who specialises in roller shutters. The written quote names the company carrying out and invoicing the work before you agree to go ahead.