Fire Door Repairs, Remediation and Maintenance
Fire doors are only effective if they’re in good working order. Damaged or poorly maintained doors can fail in an emergency - putting lives, property, and compliance at risk.
At Capital, we provide professional accredited fire door repairs that help to restore performance, in-line with current UK regulations.
Fully accredited fire door repairs
Repairing fire doors requires specialist knowledge and proven competence.
At Capital Fire Doors, we’re fully certified to carry out fire door repairs in line with the latest UK safety regulations.
Professional fire door servicing
Our expert engineers specialise in fire door repairs and remedial works.
From repairing frames and glazing to replacing seals and latches, we make sure every part of your fire door performs as it should. Our quality control process ensures that each repair meets the standards expected under current UK fire safety regulations.
Our fire door repairs often include:
- Repairing fire door hinges, handles and frames
- Checking certification and compliance is still valid
- Checking door gaps and seals
- Assessing door positioning within a building
- Recording anything faulty
Whenever possible, we prioritise repair over replacement to maximise the value of your existing assets. If a door can’t be safely repaired, we can supply and install a fully compliant replacement.
St John’s Church
Following a break-in, we were contacted to carry out specialist repairs to several 200-year-old solid oak doors at St John’s Church in Bromley.
As a valued community landmark, all work needed to preserve its character while enhancing security and safety.
Find out moreGet in touch with our fire protection experts
Get in touch!Prevent downtime through pre-planned maintenance
Our PPM packages give you a better way to manage fire doors. With regular servicing, you stay ahead of compliance - while protecting your budget from avoidable surprises.
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Protect your budget from surprises
Our scheduled approach means fewer emergencies and better forecasting
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Catch issues before they escalate
We resolve minor issues before they cause compliance failure
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Reduce long term repair costs
Regular maintenance reduces the need for major replacements
Interested in Pre-Planned Maintenance?
Find out moreYes, fire doors can be repaired, but the repairs must meet strict safety standards. Any damage to a fire door should be addressed immediately, as it may compromise its fire-resistance capabilities. Common repairs include replacing damaged seals, fixing broken hardware, and ensuring the door shuts properly. However, if the door is severely damaged or no longer meets fire safety standards, it may need to be replaced.
Only qualified and certified professionals should repair fire doors. Fire door repair requires knowledge of fire safety regulations and the technical skills to ensure the door retains its fire-resistance rating. Certified fire door installers or repair specialists have the expertise to repair doors to the required standard.
The highest priority repairs are those that affect the door's ability to prevent the spread of fire or smoke. These include fixing or replacing damaged fire seals, repairing broken self-closing mechanisms, ensuring the door's integrity (e.g., no gaps or cracks), and checking that the door closes correctly. Any defect that could lead to the door failing during a fire should be repaired immediately.
Fire doors should be repaired whenever damage or wear is identified. Regular inspections should catch issues early, but repairs may be needed more frequently in high-traffic areas. If a fire door is used regularly or exposed to harsh conditions, repairs may be required sooner. Typically, fire doors should be checked annually and repaired as needed.
In most cases, replacing a non-compliant fire door is more cost-effective in the long term. While repairs may be cheaper initially, they may not resolve underlying issues or bring the door up to current safety standards.
Approved repair techniques include replacing or repairing damaged seals, replacing faulty hinges, repairing or replacing self-closing devices, and ensuring the door frame is intact and properly aligned.
Nominal and notional fire doors both refer to fire doors that are not formally tested and certified, but their fire resistance is determined through other means. Nominal fire doors are typically timber-based doors assessed by a fire door inspector as likely to offer fire resistance based on their construction and materials. Notional fire doors are those that met fire resistance standards at the time of the building's construction but may not meet current standards or have modern features like intumescent strips.
Key Differences:
- Formal Testing: Nominal and notional fire doors lack formal testing and certification to prove their fire resistance performance, unlike certified fire doors.
- Assessment: Nominal doors are assessed by a fire door inspector based on their construction. Notional doors are assessed based on the standards they met at the time of construction and their current condition.
- Features: Notional doors may not have modern features like intumescent strips or smoke seals, which are common in certified and upgraded fire doors.
Important Considerations:
- Upgrading: Both nominal and notional fire doors can be upgraded to meet current standards.
- Legal Compliance: In some cases, notional doors may still be accepted as compliant with fire safety regulations, especially in older buildings, but this is subject to assessment.
- Safety: While notional and nominal fire doors can be acceptable, it's crucial to ensure they are properly maintained and that any necessary upgrades are carried out to ensure adequate fire safety.
