Chris Robinson , Apr 19, 2023 9:53:57 AM
Your building’s fire doors are the last line of defence in the event of a fire. As we’ve discussed in detail previously, in order for these life-saving elements to function properly, they need regular maintenance and servicing.
A well-maintained fire doorset can and will save lives. This is an undisputable fact.
What you might not be aware of, is the additional benefits regular fire door servicing can have on your business and buildings under your care.
With pre-planned maintenance and regular servicing undertaken by a qualified professional, building owners, property developers & contractors can maximise the lifespan of their fire doors, protecting their assets, avoiding large unforeseen costs in the future, as well as demonstrating their commitment to their clients welfare.
Introducing Fire Door Servicing – An Overview
Fire doors are an essential safety feature in any building, but many people may not be aware of the importance of regular servicing to maintain their effectiveness. Fire doors can only do their job effectively if they are in good condition, and this is where fire door servicing comes in.
A fire doorset technician can carry out a thorough inspection of all fire doors in a building, identifying any issues or faults, logging them and identifying the most cost-effective way to undergo the required works.
Service packages, such as those offered by RW Maintain, are designed to offer you a pre-planned method of ensuring all your fire doors are regularly maintained, and if necessary, repaired or replaced. This level of due diligence maximises the lifespan of your doorsets, whilst providing a host of other benefits…
The Benefits of Regular Fire Door Service
Undoubtedly the most important benefit, regular fire door servicing ensures that your building’s doorsets can function correctly in the event of a fire, delaying the spread of flames and smoke and buying time for those that may be trapped inside.
This cannot be understated – you have a responsibility to ensure all fire doors in your building are compliant and working at full integrity on a regular basis.
Whilst the safeguarding of your building’s occupants will always be the number one priority, there are some additional benefits of maximising the lifespan of your doorsets through regular fire door servicing:
Keeping Costs By Maximising Fire Door Lifespan
Ensuring your fire doors are regularly serviced and maintained will naturally prolong the lifespan of your doorset. By maximising this, your doorsets will naturally become a worthwhile investment, paying back the initial investment through their ability to safeguard your building and its occupants.
Furthermore, the costs to maintain your existing fire doors will often be far lower than the potential cost of a full replacement. On average, the cost to repair a fire door can be as little as a third of the total cost of a replacement timber fire door. The cost to service and maintain is almost negligible.
Staying Compliant Through Regular Fire Door Servicing
With new regulations now in effect, under the new Fire Safety Act (2021) – it’s more important than ever to remain compliant with latest fire regulations. After the devastating events of Grenfell, public opinion has forced the industry to get fire compliance right, in the first instance.
Don’t put your occupants lives at risk. Regular fire door servicing is the most comprehensive way of ensuring existing fire doors remain compliant.
Protecting Your Reputation & Assets Through Regular Fire Door Servicing
These days, your reputation is one of the most valuable currencies you hold. A solid reputation, unlike most things, can take decades to build but can be derailed in an instant. Due diligence and following best practice, evidences to potential investors or partners your level of integrity when responsible for occupant safety.
As well at this, protecting your assets and investments through regular fire door servicing grants peace of mind that in the unlikely event of a fire, you have made every effort to mitigate potential damages.
Looking For A Fire Door Service Provider
Partnering with a team of specialist fire door service providers is always recommended for those with multiple fire doorsets in their buildings. They can offer you the best course of action should you find yourself in a position where numerous doorsets have been condemned or flagged for repairs.
In most cases, fire doors have that been deemed irreparable by a fire inspector are in fact able to be restored to their full integrity.
Teams such as RW Maintain offer pre-planned packages at a fixed term and rate. These service packages include the regular inspection, maintenance and repairs of your chosen doorsets satisfying the latest obligations under the new Fire Safety Act.
By maximising the lifespan of your fire doors, not only are you providing the best form of fire mitigation to your occupants, but you can also save yourself heavy costs in the future.
RW Maintain provide bespoke service packages for your business or buildings, including the inspection, repair and replacement of all fire-rated doorsets. For a fixed-term, you are assured that all fire doors are maintained in accordance with British standards, keeping you and your occupants safe.
If you have a building or project that would benefit from a maintenance package for your fire doors, contact an expert at RW Maintain today.
