Northern Ireland
Fire Door Closer Repairs in County Antrim
Across County Antrim, from Belfast to smaller towns and villages, we carry out fire door closer repairs for landlords, housing providers, schools and businesses.
Fire Door Closer Repairs: A fire door closer is the self-closing device that pulls a fire door shut after it has been opened. If the closer cannot close the door fully into its frame and engage the latch, the door cannot hold back fire or smoke.
- Area
- County Antrim
- Region
- Northern Ireland
- Postcode areas
- BT
- Towns listed
- 6
- Local authorities
- Antrim, Ballymena, Ballymoney, Belfast, Carrickfergus, Larne and others
- Fire safety law
- NI: Fire and Rescue Services (NI) Order 2006
What every job in County Antrim includes
- Replacement of leaking, broken or underpowered closers
- Closer power matched to door size, weight and wind exposure
- A record of closer type for every door
- Adjustment of closing speed, latching action and backcheck
- Overhead, concealed and floor-spring closers
- Delayed-action closers where users need more time
How does it work in County Antrim?
Test
Each door is closed from fully open and from part open.
Adjust
Closer valves and power are set so the door closes and latches every time.
Replace
Faulty closers are replaced with a suitably rated model.
Confirm
Closing is re-tested and recorded.
Northern Ireland fire safety law across County Antrim
For buildings in County Antrim, the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010 set the maintenance duty; the English regulation 10 schedule does not apply.
- Fire and Rescue Services (NI) Order 2006
- Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010
- Regulation 10's fixed schedule is England-only
- Regular documented checks support the fire risk assessment
How much does it cost in County Antrim?
In County Antrim, fire door closer repairs typically cost £45–£280 per door ex VAT, with visits from £145.
Fire Door Closer Repairs by town in County Antrim
- Fire Door Closer Repairs in Ballymena
- Fire Door Closer Repairs in Belfast
- Fire Door Closer Repairs in Carrickfergus
- Fire Door Closer Repairs in Castlereagh
- Fire Door Closer Repairs in Lisburn
- Fire Door Closer Repairs in Newtownabbey
Fire Door Closer Repairs in County Antrim: questions
What closer does a fire door need?
A closer tested to BS EN 1154 with a power size suited to the door's width and weight, and evidence it can be used on the door type. Concealed closers need specific test evidence for the door.
Can fire doors be held open?
Only with a device designed to release the door automatically when the fire alarm sounds, such as an acoustic or alarm-linked electromagnetic hold-open. Wedges and hooks are not acceptable on fire doors.
Which fire safety law applies in County Antrim?
The Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010 require fire safety measures, including fire doors, to be maintained.
Do you work in occupied buildings in County Antrim?
Yes. Inspections and repairs in County Antrim can be carried out in occupied flats, schools, care homes and workplaces, with doors kept closable at all times.