Fire-rated roller shutters across Berkshire
We supply and fit fire-rated roller shutters throughout Berkshire, from Reading to the smaller towns, with one written price per job.
We have local pages for 10 towns in Berkshire, starting with Reading. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Surrey, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire.
We work with your fire alarm contractor in Berkshire so the shutter closes on the right signal and the interface is tested at handover.
Towns we cover in Berkshire include:
- Fire shutters in Reading
- Fire shutters in Slough
- Fire shutters in Bracknell
- Fire shutters in Maidenhead
- Fire shutters in Wokingham
- Fire shutters in Newbury
- Fire shutters in Windsor
- Fire shutters in Crowthorne
- Fire shutters in Thatcham
- Fire shutters in Sandhurst
Choosing fire-rated roller shutters for properties in Berkshire
The main choices for fire-rated roller shutters in Berkshire:
- ReleaseFusible link, local heat detector or fire alarm interface, as the fire strategy specifies, with fail-safe closing.
- RatingIntegrity ratings typically from 60 up to 240 minutes, depending on the tested product; smoke-rated versions only where tested to BS EN 1634-3.
- TypeFull-height shutters, or fire-rated counter shutters for hatches.
How much do fire-rated roller shutters cost in Berkshire?
| Fire-rated roller shutters | Ex VAT | Inc VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Fire shutter around 3,000 × 3,000 mm | £3,495 – £7,995 | £4,195 – £9,595 |
| Fire-rated counter shutter | £1,495 – £2,995 | £1,795 – £3,595 |
| Fire shutter service including drop test, per shutter | £125 – £245 | £150 – £295 |
Guide prices, supplied and fitted unless stated. VAT at 20% where it applies.
Use these as a starting point for budgeting in Berkshire; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Rules that apply in Berkshire
Planning questions anywhere in Berkshire go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- Certification: We supply the manufacturer's test or certification evidence for the product we quote. We do not claim a rating on our own behalf.
- Your duties: In England and Wales, the responsible person under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 must keep fire safety equipment, including fire shutters, maintained in good working order.
- Approvals: Where a fire shutter forms part of building work, such as a new or altered opening in a compartment wall, building control approval is needed, from the council or a registered building control approver.
- Alarm link: Linking a shutter to the fire alarm is coordinated with your alarm contractor so the shutter closes on the right signal; shutters across escape routes are normally released by local heat detection.
How it works
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Fire-rated roller shutters in Berkshire: questions
Who is responsible for maintaining fire shutters?
The person responsible for fire safety in the building: the responsible person in England and Wales, the duty holder in Scotland or the appropriate person in Northern Ireland.
How often should a fire shutter be tested?
Manufacturers and guidance such as BS 9999 recommend servicing at least once a year, including a drop test. Busy sites or insurers may ask for more often.
Is the survey free in Berkshire?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.
Do I need permission for fire-rated roller shutters in Berkshire?
It depends on the property. A fire shutter must suit the building's fire strategy, and fire shutters forming part of building work need building control approval (a building warrant in Scotland). Check with your local council before ordering; we can supply drawings.