Fire shutters for properties in Harlow
Surveys in Harlow and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Essex. Hoddesdon, Bishop's Stortford and Waltham Abbey are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
Harlow sits some 16 miles to the west of Chelmsford.
The fire rating belongs to the manufacturer's tested product, so every fire shutter we quote in Harlow comes with that product's test evidence.
Fire shutters for buildings in Harlow are specified from the fire strategy: the rating, the release method and how the shutter links to the alarm.
Options for fire-rated roller shutters in Harlow
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Harlow:
- 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.
Prices for fire-rated roller shutters in Harlow
| 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 Harlow too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Planning and safety in Harlow
In Harlow, 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.
How it works in Harlow
Send the basics
Tell us what the shutter is for and the rough size, with photos if you have them.
Measured on site
Exact sizes, box space, power and controls are confirmed on site.
One clear quotation
Everything included is listed, and nothing is ordered until you accept.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Questions about fire-rated roller shutters in Harlow
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.
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.
Is the survey free in Harlow?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Harlow are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
How much do fire-rated roller shutters cost in Harlow?
We use the same UK guide prices in Harlow; after the survey you get a fixed written price for your opening.