Fire Door Inspection & Maintenance
Fire Door Inspection and Maintenance
At Sovereign Extinguishing, we provide expert fire door inspection and maintenance services that play a vital role in protecting lives, assets, and buildings.
With over 30 years of experience in the fire protection industry, we understand the crucial role fire doors play in preventing the spread of fire and smoke. Our certified engineers carry out thorough fire door servicing and maintenance in line with the latest UK fire safety regulations.
Fire doors are a key component of passive fire protection systems. But like any safety feature, they require regular checks to ensure they function correctly during a fire. We offer tailored fire door inspection packages that suit commercial, and public-sector properties across the UK.
Our team inspects to BS 8214 standards, ensuring you receive compliant, high-quality servicing every time. Whether you’re a facilities manager, building owner, or responsible person under fire safety law, our services help you stay compliant, protected, and audit-ready.
We assess every component, from door leaves and frames to hinges, closers, and seals, carrying out minor repairs during the visit and providing full reports with actions if more work is needed.
In addition to routine servicing, Sovereign Extinguishing can also inspect and maintain existing fire doors, install new ones, and modify or repair current installations. This includes the replacement of intumescent seals, adjustments to door hardware, and post-installation painting or treatment, ensuring your fire doors remain both functional and compliant with safety standards.
We provide tailored maintenance services to keep your fire doors and passive protection systems in optimal condition, reducing the risk of failure and ensuring ongoing compliance.
Why Fire Door Maintenance Matters
Regular fire door maintenance ensures that:
- Your doors comply with the Fire Safety Order 2005 and BS 8214.
- Faults are identified early, avoiding costly replacements.
- Components like seals, closers, and hinges work as intended.
- Fire and smoke are effectively contained in an emergency.
- You demonstrate due diligence for audits, insurers, and legal obligations.
Fire Door Inspection & Maintenance FAQs
What is fire door servicing and why is it important?
Fire door servicing involves checking and maintaining fire doors so they perform correctly in a fire. It ensures smoke and flames are contained, protects escape routes, and is a legal requirement under the Fire Safety Order 2005.
How often should fire doors be serviced?
Fire doors should be serviced at least every 6 months, with a minimum of once per year depending on usage and risk level. Regular maintenance is critical, if a fire door isn’t properly serviced, it may malfunction when it’s needed most. In the event of a fire, a well-maintained, fully operational fire door is a crucial part of the building’s passive fire protection. It helps prevent the spread of fire and smoke between compartments, protecting escape routes and giving occupants vital time to evacuate safely.
What does a fire door inspection involve?
A typical fire door inspection includes checks on the door leaf, frame, gaps, seals, hinges, closers, fixings, and signage. Our engineers look for wear, damage, or misalignment that could impact performance in an emergency.
What are the benefits of a fire door?
A fire door helps to contain fire and smoke, protecting evacuation routes and reducing overall damage. When properly installed and maintained, fire doors provide critical time for safe evacuation and firefighting response.
Who should carry out fire door inspections?
Inspections must be carried out by qualified professionals with knowledge of fire safety legislation and standards such as BS 8214. At Sovereign Extinguishing, our engineers are trained to the highest standards to ensure compliance and safety
Are your services compliant with UK regulations?
Yes. All work complies with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and BS 8214. Our team follows strict guidelines to ensure your fire doors meet current legal and safety requirements.
Do you offer fire door repairs?
Yes, we offer comprehensive fire door repair services, including the modification and repair of existing installations. This includes tasks like replacing intumescent seals and ensuring your fire doors are functioning at optimal safety standards.
Why Choose Sovereign Extinguishing?
With over 30 years of experience, Sovereign Extinguishing is your trusted partner for fire door servicing and passive fire protection.
We offer expert inspections, compliance reporting, and tailored fire door solutions that ensure safety and compliance.
Our engineers follow UK standards, delivering reliable, high-quality services to protect your people and property.
