Fire-rated roller shutters in Newton Aycliffe
Newton Aycliffe is roughly 11 miles south of Durham.
Conveyor openings, kitchen hatches and doors between warehouse compartments are typical places a fire shutter is needed in commercial buildings in Newton Aycliffe.
Fire shutters for buildings in Newton Aycliffe are specified from the fire strategy: the rating, the release method and how the shutter links to the alarm.
Newton Aycliffe is part of our County Durham coverage, and addresses in the DL5 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of County Durham. Neighbouring towns we cover include Bishop Auckland (5 miles away), Darlington and Stockton-on-Tees.
Specifying fire-rated roller shutters for Newton Aycliffe
Options we specify for properties in Newton Aycliffe:
- TypeFull-height shutters, or fire-rated counter shutters for hatches.
- 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.
- ReleaseFusible link, local heat detector or fire alarm interface, as the fire strategy specifies, with fail-safe closing.
Guide prices for fire-rated roller shutters in Newton Aycliffe
| 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.
Prices are typical for the UK and apply in Newton Aycliffe too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Rules that apply in Newton Aycliffe
In Newton Aycliffe, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
- 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.
What happens next
Start with a guide price
Our quote tool gives a guide range in a couple of minutes, or just send us the details.
Free survey
We measure the opening and the space around it, and check fixings and power.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Frequently asked questions
What does a fire rating mean?
It is the time the tested shutter held back fire in a standard furnace test. The rating applies to the tested product installed as its manufacturer specifies.
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.
How much do fire-rated roller shutters cost in Newton Aycliffe?
We use the same UK guide prices in Newton Aycliffe; after the survey you get a fixed written price for your opening.
Do you cover Newton Aycliffe?
Yes. Newton Aycliffe and the DL5 postcode district are part of our coverage across County Durham.