Fire-rated roller shutters across Powys
Fire-rated roller shutters for commercial and public buildings in Powys, measured on site and fitted to the survey.
We have local pages for 5 towns in Powys, starting with Newtown. Neighbouring areas we also cover include Gwent, Mid Glamorgan, West Glamorgan.
The fire rating belongs to the manufacturer's tested product, so every fire shutter we quote in Powys comes with that product's test evidence.
Towns we cover in Powys include:
- Fire shutters in Brecon
- Fire shutters in Llandrindod Wells
- Fire shutters in Newtown
- Fire shutters in Welshpool
- Fire shutters in Ystradgynlais
Options for fire-rated roller shutters in Powys
Ways to specify fire-rated roller shutters for Powys:
- 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.
How much do fire-rated roller shutters cost in Powys?
| 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.
These are UK guide prices for supply and fit. Your price in Powys is fixed in writing after survey.
Rules that apply in Powys
Across Powys, planning 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.
- 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.
- 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.
How it works
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.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Fitted and explained
Installed, set up and shown to you, with the manufacturer's paperwork.
Fire-rated roller shutters in Powys: 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.
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.
Is the survey free in Powys?
Yes, surveys for new installations in Powys are free. Repair and service visits are charged.
Do I need permission for fire-rated roller shutters in Powys?
Possibly. 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). We recommend checking with your local council first.