Fitting fire-rated roller shutters in Maldon
Whether your property is in the centre of Maldon or on its edges, it is included in our Essex coverage. Witham, Chelmsford and Rayleigh are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
For reference, Maldon lies about 9 miles east of Chelmsford.
The fire rating belongs to the manufacturer's tested product, so every fire shutter we quote in Maldon comes with that product's test evidence.
We work with your fire alarm contractor in Maldon so the shutter closes on the right signal and the interface is tested at handover.
Options for fire-rated roller shutters in Maldon
What you can choose when we survey in Maldon:
- 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.
- 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 Maldon
| 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.
These are UK guide prices for supply and fit. Your price in Maldon is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Maldon
In Maldon, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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, building control approval is needed, from the council or a registered building control approver.
- 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
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.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Questions about fire-rated roller shutters in Maldon
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.
Do I need permission for fire-rated roller shutters in Maldon?
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.
Is the survey free in Maldon?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Maldon are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.