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Fire doors are a legal requirement and a vital part of your building’s fire safety system. When damaged or not closing correctly, they can no longer prevent smoke and flames from spreading. Arrow Industrial provides certified fire door repairs across the UK, restoring full compliance and extending door life while minimising disruption to your operations.
Fire door repairs are professional restoration works conducted on existing fire doors to restore their fire resistance performance and regulatory compliance. Repairs address specific defects without replacing the entire door assembly.
Fire door repairs include seal replacement, closer adjustment, gap correction, hardware upgrades, and structural restoration. These repairs extend door lifespan by 5 to 10 years when conducted properly. Here at Arrow Industrial we only use certified materials and experienced engineers to maintain the fire door's original certification whilst resolving identified defects.
Common repair works restore fire doors to their original ratings as required by building and fire safety regulations.
Arrow Industrial supports organisations across the UK in restoring safe, compliant and fully operational fire doors. Since 1986 we have delivered dependable repair services for commercial, industrial and public sector buildings where doors have been damaged, have failed, or are no longer performing as required.
✔ Nationwide Coverage
Regional service centres across the UK enable fast local response supported by consistent national standards and documentation. Our teams operate around the clock to handle urgent fire door issues promptly and safely.
✔ Qualified Fire Door Expertise
Our engineers hold relevant industry qualifications and manufacturer approvals, supported by ongoing professional development. We follow recognised fire door installation and maintenance principles including the guidance set out in BS 8214:2016.
✔ Integrated Inspection And Repair Support
We provide inspection, servicing and repair through a single provider relationship. This ensures continuity of standards, consistent compliance records and clear communication throughout the lifecycle of each doorset.
✔ Established Provider Since 1986
We support clients across logistics, retail, manufacturing, utilities and public sector estates. Our long-standing reputation is built on safe, reliable and professionally managed service delivery.
✔ Mobile Service Teams
Our engineers operate from well equipped service vehicles carrying the tools and certified components required to complete most fire door repairs on site.
✔ Clear Documentation And Coordinated Workflows
Every repair includes detailed compliance documentation, photographic evidence and communication with your facilities or compliance team. Work is planned to minimise disruption while keeping your building safe and operational.
Whether you need routine fire door maintenance, emergency repairs or comprehensive compliance support, here at Arrow Industrial we provide the technical expertise alongside reliable service delivery. Contact us to discuss your fire door requirements and arrange an inspection or repair visit.
Our fire door repair service includes comprehensive assessment, remedial works, and compliance certification.
Repairs begin with detailed inspection of the door leaf, frame, hardware, seals, and gaps. Our engineers identify all defects affecting fire performance. Remedial works address identified issues using certified materials and manufacturer-approved methods. Repairs include intumescent seal replacement, smoke seal installation, closer adjustment or replacement, hinge reinforcement, gap correction, hardware upgrades, and glazing repairs.
Post-repair testing verifies proper closure, gap tolerances, and operational performance. Full documentation records all work completed and certifies the door meets regulatory standards.
Our qualified technicians repair all major fire door components using approved materials and certified parts:
If a door cannot be economically repaired, we’ll recommend a compliant replacement from our Fire Protection Doors range, fitted by our Installation team.
Assessment: We inspect each door set, logging all issues with photos and ratings.
Report: You receive a clear summary highlighting priority levels and compliance status.
Remedial Work: Repairs are completed using tested components that match the door’s original certification.
Verification: A post-repair review ensures each door closes fully and performs as designed.
Maintenance Plan: Repairs are recorded in your ongoing Service & Repair schedule for traceability and audit readiness.
The time required for a repair depends on the type and extent of the fault. Many issues, such as worn seals or closer adjustments, can be addressed promptly, while more complex problems involving hardware replacement or structural correction are scheduled as efficiently as possible. Our aim is always to restore safe, reliable operation with minimal disruption to your site.
Emergency repairs receive priority response for urgent safety issues where fire door integrity has been compromised.
Our mobile engineers are equipped with comprehensive parts stocks to streamline the repair process and reduce additional callouts. Planned repair programmes can be coordinated during off-peak hours to avoid operational disruption, with scheduling tailored to the specific requirements of each site.
We operate a 24/7/365 emergency callout service across the UK for fire door failures, damage and faults that create immediate safety or compliance risks. Our nationwide network of regional service centres and mobile engineers enables a prompt response when a fire door can no longer perform as intended.
Our mobile teams carry commonly required components for fire door repair, allowing urgent issues such as damaged seals, faulty closers and hardware problems to be stabilised or repaired, where possible, during the initial visit. When more complex repairs or specialist parts are required, follow-up work is arranged without delay to restore full operational performance.
Failed or compromised fire doors present serious risks under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Our emergency service focuses on restoring safety and returning the door set to a compliant condition as efficiently as possible, with additional repair work scheduled promptly when required.
Contact Arrow Industrial to discuss your fire door repair requirements. Our team assesses your needs and schedules convenient inspection times.
Our engineers conduct thorough fire door inspections identifying all defects affecting performance and compliance. We provide detailed quotations covering required remedial works with transparent pricing. Upon approval, repairs are scheduled to suit your operational requirements with flexible timing options including out-of-hours works.
Arrow Industrial delivers professional fire door repairs across the UK maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and customer service. Our expertise ensures your fire doors provide reliable protection when it matters most whilst meeting all legal obligations under current fire safety legislation.
For fire door repairs, servicing, or compliance advice, contact Arrow Industrial through our website or call our dedicated service team on 01482 228202.
We are committed to keeping your premises safe, compliant, and operational 365 days per year.
Even minor wear can break a fire doors' certification. A worn hinge, missing seal or uneven gap may cause it to fail in an emergency.
Our skilled engineers can identify faults early and restore each door to its tested performance level, ensuring the whole system - door leaf, frame, and hardware - all works as intended.
By repairing rather than replacing, you save cost, reduce waste, and retain your original certification where possible.
Arrow Industrial repairs eight main categories of fire door defects that affect performance and compliance.
| Issue | Description & Impact | Repair & Compliance Action |
|---|---|---|
| Damaged or Missing Intumescent Seals | Intumescent seals expand above 200°C to block flames and smoke. Damaged or painted-over seals destroy this function, severely reducing fire resistance. | Arrow Industrial replaces seals with certified products matched to the door’s rating. Replacement typically costs £150–£450 per door and restores full containment performance. |
| Excessive Gaps Around Doors | BS 8214:2016 specifies 2–4mm gaps at the sides and top, and 8–10mm at the threshold. Wider gaps allow fire and smoke penetration. | Repairs include frame adjustment, hinge replacement, or realignment to achieve compliant clearances. Correct gaps prevent smoke spread that causes most fire-related deaths. |
| Faulty Self-Closing Devices | Closers ensure doors latch securely from any angle. Faulty closers lose hydraulic pressure or misalign, leaving doors ajar and ineffective. | Arrow Industrial adjusts or replaces closers with fire-rated units of the correct closing force. Typical repair costs £150–£300 per door. |
| Damaged Door Leaves or Frames | Cracks, warping or impact damage compromise the door’s structural integrity. Warping over 3mm across height usually requires full replacement. | Minor surface defects are repaired where the core remains intact. All repairs preserve the door’s certified fire rating and warranty validity. |
| Non-Compliant or Damaged Hardware | Hardware such as hinges, locks, and handles must be rated to at least 800°C. Inferior parts fail under fire conditions, breaking door integrity. | Hardware is replaced only with CE/UKCA-marked components tested as part of the certified door assembly. Arrow Industrial uses approved suppliers exclusively. |
| Incorrect or Missing Glazing | Fire-rated glazing systems need tested glass, intumescent tape, and approved beads. Missing or wrong components compromise fire resistance. | Glazing repairs use certified glass and fittings tested to BS EN 1363-1. All vision panels retain the door’s overall fire-rating integrity. |
| Smoke Seal Deterioration | Smoke seals prevent toxic smoke spread before heat activation. Damaged brushes or fins allow smoke leakage that can be fatal in early fire stages. | Seal replacement eliminates leakage pathways and restores pre-fire containment. Regular inspection prevents smoke infiltration incidents. |
| Structural Alignment Issues | Dropped doors or distorted frames prevent full closing and latching. Misalignment leaves unsealed gaps compromising fire and smoke control. | Structural repairs include hinge reinforcement, frame straightening and threshold adjustment to ensure doors close and latch automatically from any angle. |
Fire doors require repairs because wear, damage, and environmental factors compromise their ability to contain fire and smoke. Regular use causes deterioration to critical components.
Repairs become necessary when doors fail to close properly, seals become damaged, gaps exceed tolerance limits, or hardware malfunctions. High traffic areas experience accelerated wear. Inspections reveal that 75% of fire doors in UK buildings fail to meet required standards, with excessive gaps accounting for 77% of failures and damaged seals causing 37% of non-compliance issues.
Failure to repair fire doors creates life-threatening risks during fire emergencies and results in regulatory breaches under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Fire doors work hard; constant use, heavy traffic and environmental changes all take their toll over time. Small defects like worn seals or misaligned hinges often start as minor inconveniences but can quickly turn into compliance failures if left unaddressed.
Arrow Industrials' engineers focus on restoring full operational performance while preserving each door’s certification. Every repair is carried out with precision to maintain the correct clearances, sealing and self-closing action that define a compliant fire door. Where necessary, damaged sections are refurbished rather than replaced, helping to extend the life of the door set and reduce waste.
This practical approach forms part of our wider Fire Door Service programme, linking inspection, remedial work and ongoing Service & Repair visits into one compliant maintenance cycle. The result is a fire door system that performs reliably and remains fully auditable year after year.
Fire doors with surface damage, seal wear, hardware failure, or minor frame issues can typically be repaired cost-effectively whilst maintaining full certification. Repairs prove suitable when the door core remains structurally sound and the frame provides adequate fixing points.
Replacement becomes necessary when door cores show delamination, frames exhibit significant rot or structural movement, or fire-resistance testing certificates have expired without revalidation options. Doors modified by unauthorised personnel often cannot be restored to certified status.
Our engineers assess repair viability during inspections, providing honest recommendations based on safety standards rather than sales targets. We prioritise cost-effective solutions where repairs meet all regulatory requirements.
Fire doors in communal areas of buildings over 11 metres height require inspection every 3 months under Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. Flat entrance doors require annual inspection.
Commercial and workplace fire doors require inspection every 6 months. High-traffic doors in hospitals, schools, and care homes require more frequent inspection at 3-month intervals. Basic visual checks between formal inspections identify obvious damage promptly.
Regular inspection identifies defects early when repairs are simple and cost-effective. Arrow Industrial delivers structured inspection programmes tailored to building type, usage patterns, and regulatory requirements.
Unrepaired fire doors fail to contain fire and smoke during emergencies, allowing rapid spread throughout buildings. Fire resistance can reduce from 30 to 60 minutes to just 5 to 10 minutes when defects are present.
Non-compliant fire doors create legal liability for responsible persons including fines, prosecution, and criminal charges. Insurance policies become void if fire damage occurs with non-compliant doors. Operational disruption occurs when enforcement authorities identify defects during inspections.
Reputational damage affects businesses following fire incidents linked to inadequate fire safety measures. The human cost of fire door failure includes injuries, fatalities, and trauma to occupants and emergency responders. Regular repairs prevent these consequences whilst protecting lives and property.
Protect your premises and ensure full fire safety compliance with Arrow Industrial's expert fire door repair services. Our certified engineers provide professional inspections, cost-effective repairs, and comprehensive maintenance programmes across the UK.
Contact our team today for emergency repairs or to discuss planned maintenance schedules that keep your fire doors performing when they matter most.
