Fire shutters for properties in Didcot
Surveys in Didcot and the surrounding area are arranged directly with you, as part of our coverage across Oxfordshire. We also cover Abingdon, Oxford and Thatcham, so premises in more than one of these places can be quoted together.
Didcot sits some 10 miles to the south of Oxford.
Fire shutters for buildings in Didcot are specified from the fire strategy: the rating, the release method and how the shutter links to the alarm.
Where a fire shutter is part of new building work in Didcot, the approval route and the product evidence are confirmed before anything is ordered.
Specifying fire-rated roller shutters for Didcot
Decisions we make with you at the survey in Didcot:
- 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 fire-rated roller shutters in Didcot
| 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 Didcot too; the survey confirms the size and specification before you get a fixed price.
What to check in Didcot before ordering
Didcot is in England, so planning decisions sit with 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
From survey to fitting
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.
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 Didcot
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.
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.
Do I need permission for fire-rated roller shutters in Didcot?
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). If you are unsure, ask your local council; we provide product details for any application.
Is the survey free in Didcot?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Didcot are free. Repair and service visits are charged.