Fire-rated roller shutters in St Andrews
For reference, St Andrews lies about 31 miles north-east of Dunfermline.
Fire shutters for buildings in St Andrews are specified from the fire strategy: the rating, the release method and how the shutter links to the alarm.
We work with your fire alarm contractor in St Andrews so the shutter closes on the right signal and the interface is tested at handover.
We survey and install across Fife, and St Andrews is one of the towns covered. Our coverage around St Andrews also includes Dundee, Carnoustie and Glenrothes.
Specifying fire-rated roller shutters for St Andrews
Options we specify for properties in St Andrews:
- 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.
- 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.
Guide prices for fire-rated roller shutters in St Andrews
| 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 St Andrews; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Rules that apply in St Andrews
St Andrews is in Scotland, so planning decisions sit with your planning authority (the local council, or a national park authority).
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
Fixed written price
You get a quotation listing the shutter, controls, fitting and lead time.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Questions about fire-rated roller shutters in St Andrews
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.
Do you cover St Andrews?
Yes. Book a survey for any address in St Andrews in the usual way; it is covered as part of Fife.
Is the survey free in St Andrews?
Yes, for new installations. We tell you the cost of any repair or service visit before booking.