Fire door repairs Nottingham, Lincoln & beyond
Regular fire door maintenance will not only ensure you are upholding your obligations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, but also helps to save lives.
Keep your fire doors compliant and in working order by calling us today on 0333 444 0070.
According to BS 8214:2016 ‘Timber-based fire door assemblies – Code of practice’, fire doors need to provide a similar level of fire resistance as building elements such as walls or floors, and are evaluated under the same stringent tests and procedures.
Because of their positioning in corridors and areas that see lots of footfall, doors are prone to damage and higher levels of wear and tear resulting from constant use. Deterioration can impact in two main ways:
- Damage to the door leaf or to components making up the door assembly.
- Wear in door hardware or reduced performance of fixings, preventing the door from self-closing, thereby breaching the protective fire barrier.
Regular inspection and fire door maintenance is therefore vital to uphold the necessary fire resistance and legal obligations.
Fire doors are an important component in a building to allow for safe evacuation while slowing the spread of fire and smoke. Maintenance on your doors means that we can spot early signs of issues and remedy them before it becomes a problem. Our engineers at Fire Industry Specialists (FIS) Ltd provide fire door repairs and maintenance nationwide – including for Lincoln, Nottingham, Sheffield, Birmingham, and Manchester – with the backing of LS Fire Group, to ensure your doors are fit for purpose.
Fire door maintenance
Over time, damage, as well as wear and tear to your fire doors, could mean they are no longer suitable. That’s why our IFC third-party certified engineers provide fire door repairs to help restore the functionality of your doors – from faulty release systems to replacing hinges – we work to reinstate the integrity of your door.
Whether you require fire door maintenance or fire door repair, we have the industry knowledge and expertise to help restore your doors and keep your building or premises fire compliant.
If you are in need of a new fire door, we are here to help. Our fire door installation services can provide your premises with brand new, fully compliant fire doors.
Contact our team today to book your fire door repair, service, or maintenance. Alternatively, you can fill in our form with details of your enquiry to find out more.
Fire safety is a responsibility that never rests and we’re here to implement complete fire protection for your business. Get in touch with our industry-leading experts to learn how we prevent fires, protect lives, and ensure compliance for you.
0333 444 0070
Fire Door Maintenance FAQs
- What is your scope of fire door repairs and fire door maintenance?
- Fire doors are subject to wear and tear, including damage to the door leaf, frame, hardware, seals, and closing mechanisms. At FIS, we carry out fire door repairs to restore functionality, from faulty release systems and broken hinges to damaged seals and misaligned door frames. Our fire door maintenance programme includes regular inspections to detect and remedy early signs of deterioration, ensuring doors continue to perform as critical life safety components. We adjust hardware, replace defective parts, re-seal where necessary, and ensure self-closing performance. If more extensive damage is found, we offer fire door replacements to bring doors back into full compliance. Whether you need a repair or a full replacement, FIS covers both. Contact FIS today to book fire door repair or maintenance services.
- Why is ongoing fire door maintenance essential, can’t we just “repair when broken”?
- Fire door integrity is non-negotiable. Over time, everyday use causes gradual degradation: seals loosen or fall off, hardware becomes ineffective, hinges slip, or the frame warps due to environmental conditions. Because fire doors must deliver fire resistance equivalent to walls and floors (per BS 8214 and related standards), even small defects can undermine performance. Regular fire door maintenance allows problems to be spotted early and rectified before the damage becomes critical. Leaving issues unresolved until “repair when broken” introduces risk, both to life safety and to regulatory compliance. FIS’s maintenance approach ensures your doors remain effective, safe, and compliant.
- When is a fire door beyond repair and requires replacement instead of repair?
- During our maintenance or repair inspection, we assess whether defects are within tolerances or whether structural damage has compromised fire resistance. Issues such as severe warping, extensive core voids, or irreparable hardware damage often mean repair is insufficient. If a door cannot reliably perform to its fire rating after remedial work, a fire door replacement becomes the safe, compliant solution. FIS will advise you honestly, if replacement is necessary, we will supply and install a new, fully certified door that meets all regulatory requirements. Contact FIS to arrange a survey and determine whether repair or replacement is needed.
- How often should fire door maintenance and repairs be carried out?
- There is no single mandated interval, but good practice (and supporting standards) recommends periodic inspection and servicing. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires maintenance of all fire safety devices, including doors, to remain in efficient working order. Many organisations schedule maintenance annually or semi-annually, supplemented by more frequent visual checks (e.g. monthly) of closing action, gaps, and damage. At FIS, we can design a bespoke fire door maintenance programme that aligns with your building’s usage, traffic, and risk profile.
- Do you provide fire door repairs?
- FIS offers fire door repairs and replacements in all regions across the UK. Our certified engineers can inspect, repair or replace your fire doors to bring them back into full working order. All works are delivered to the same high standards of compliance and documentation. Contact FIS today to schedule local fire door repair or replacement services.
