Fitting fire-rated roller shutters in Cwmbran
Cwmbran is part of our Gwent coverage, and addresses in the NP44 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Gwent. Other towns nearby that we cover include Pontypool, Risca and Newport.
Cwmbran is roughly 5 miles north of Newport.
Where a fire shutter is part of new building work in Cwmbran, the approval route and the product evidence are confirmed before anything is ordered.
If a fire shutter at your premises in Cwmbran has not been drop-tested in the last year, a service visit can check it, record the result and tell you what it needs.
What can you choose in Cwmbran?
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Cwmbran:
- 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 Cwmbran
| 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.
Guide prices only: access, fixings, power and finish at your property in Cwmbran can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
Rules that apply in Cwmbran
As a Welsh town, Cwmbran follows the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the Welsh permitted development rules.
- 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.
- 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.
- Approvals: Where a fire shutter forms part of building work, such as a new or altered opening in a compartment wall, building regulations approval is needed from local authority building control.
From survey to fitting
Tell us about the opening
Use the quote tool or the form: the type of shutter, rough sizes and any photos.
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.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Questions about fire-rated roller shutters in Cwmbran
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 you cover Cwmbran?
Yes, we survey and fit in Cwmbran (NP44) as part of our Gwent coverage.
How much do fire-rated roller shutters cost in Cwmbran?
The guide prices above apply in Cwmbran. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.