Fitting fire-rated roller shutters in Rushden
Rushden is part of our Northamptonshire coverage, and addresses in the NN10 postcode district are covered in the same way as the rest of Northamptonshire. Other towns nearby that we cover include Wellingborough, Kettering and Bedford.
Rushden is roughly 12 miles east of Northampton.
We work with your fire alarm contractor in Rushden so the shutter closes on the right signal and the interface is tested at handover.
Fire shutters for buildings in Rushden are specified from the fire strategy: the rating, the release method and how the shutter links to the alarm.
What can you choose in Rushden?
The main choices for fire-rated roller shutters in Rushden:
- ReleaseFusible link, local heat detector or fire alarm interface, as the fire strategy specifies, with fail-safe closing.
- 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.
Guide prices for fire-rated roller shutters in Rushden
| 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 Rushden too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
Planning and safety in Rushden
In Rushden, as elsewhere in England, planning questions go to your local planning authority (the district, borough, city or unitary council).
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
Made, fitted, handed over
Your shutter is made to measure, fitted, set up and demonstrated.
Questions about fire-rated roller shutters in Rushden
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.
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.
How much do fire-rated roller shutters cost in Rushden?
The guide prices above apply in Rushden. Your exact price depends on size, finish, controls and access, and is fixed in writing after survey.
Is the survey free in Rushden?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Rushden are free. Repair and service visits are charged.