Fitting fire-rated roller shutters in Stranraer
Stranraer is part of our Dumfries & Galloway coverage, and addresses in the DG9 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Dumfries & Galloway. We also cover Castle Douglas, Ayr and Dumfries, so premises in more than one of these places can be quoted together.
Stranraer sits some 55 miles to the west of Dumfries.
Conveyor openings, kitchen hatches and doors between warehouse compartments are typical places a fire shutter is needed in commercial buildings in Stranraer.
If a fire shutter at your premises in Stranraer has not been drop-tested in the last year, a service visit can check it, record the result and tell you what it needs.
Which options suit you?
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Stranraer:
- 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 Stranraer
| 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 Stranraer; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
What to check in Stranraer before ordering
Stranraer is in Scotland, so planning decisions sit with your planning authority (the local council, or a national park authority).
- 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.
- 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.
- Approvals: Where a fire shutter forms part of building work, such as a new or altered opening in a compartment wall, a building warrant from the council's building standards service is normally needed before work starts.
- Your duties: In Scotland, the duty holder under the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 must keep fire safety measures maintained.
What happens next
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
Survey at the property
A surveyor measures, checks what the box and guides will fix to, and talks through options.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Frequently asked questions
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.
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.
Is the survey free in Stranraer?
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 Stranraer?
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 council before ordering; we can supply drawings.