Our fire-rated roller shutters service in Staines-upon-Thames
Staines-upon-Thames is roughly 14 miles north of Guildford.
Where a fire shutter is part of new building work in Staines-upon-Thames, the approval route and the product evidence are confirmed before anything is ordered.
Fire shutters for buildings in Staines-upon-Thames are specified from the fire strategy: the rating, the release method and how the shutter links to the alarm.
We survey and install across Surrey, and Staines-upon-Thames is one of the towns covered. Egham, Ashford (Surrey) and Feltham are covered too, which helps when several properties need doing.
Specifying fire-rated roller shutters for Staines-upon-Thames
The main choices for fire-rated roller shutters in Staines-upon-Thames:
- 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 Staines-upon-Thames
| 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 Staines-upon-Thames can move the figure up or down, and the survey settles it.
What to check in Staines-upon-Thames before ordering
Staines-upon-Thames is in England, so planning decisions sit with 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.
How it works in Staines-upon-Thames
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.
Price in writing
A fixed price for the work described, with the lead time stated.
Installation and handover
We fit, test the controls and safety devices, and leave the documents with you.
Fire-rated roller shutters in Staines-upon-Thames: 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.
How much do fire-rated roller shutters cost in Staines-upon-Thames?
We use the same UK guide prices in Staines-upon-Thames; after the survey you get a fixed written price for your opening.
Do I need permission for fire-rated roller shutters in Staines-upon-Thames?
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.