Fire shutters for properties in Borehamwood
Surveys in Borehamwood and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Hertfordshire. Neighbouring towns we cover include Barnet (3 miles away), Bushey and Potters Bar.
For reference, Borehamwood lies about 5 miles east of Watford.
Fire shutters for buildings in Borehamwood are specified from the fire strategy: the rating, the release method and how the shutter links to the alarm.
The fire rating belongs to the manufacturer's tested product, so every fire shutter we quote in Borehamwood comes with that product's test evidence.
Which options suit you?
What you can choose when we survey in Borehamwood:
- 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 Borehamwood
| 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 Borehamwood; the written quotation after survey is the price that counts.
Planning and safety in Borehamwood
In Borehamwood, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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 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.
- 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.
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.
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.
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.
Will a fire shutter close in a power cut?
Fire shutters are designed to fail safe, closing under gravity at a controlled speed when the release is triggered or power is lost, depending on the system.
Is the survey free in Borehamwood?
For new shutters, yes. Repair visits in Borehamwood are charged because they include diagnosis and work on the day.
How much do fire-rated roller shutters cost in Borehamwood?
We use the same UK guide prices in Borehamwood; after the survey you get a fixed written price for your opening.