What Are Fire Escape Doors?
Fire escape doors are specially designed emergency exit doors that allow people to quickly and safely evacuate a building in the event of a fire or other emergency. They are a legal requirement in commercial and public buildings and play a critical role in building safety compliance.
Looking for an Fire Escape Repair / Maintenance service in Essex?
Fire Escape Door Repairs & Maintenance
Ensure Safety. Stay Compliant. Operate with Confidence.
At Essex Door & Window Repairs LTD, we provide expert repair and maintenance services for fire escape doors in commercial, residential, and public buildings across Essex. Whether you manage a business, rental property, or care home, we ensure your fire exits remain safe, functional, and legally compliant.
Our Fire Door Services Include:
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🔧 Push Bar & Panic Hardware Repairs
We repair or replace faulty push bars, push pads, and crash bars to ensure easy, reliable exit during emergencies. -
🔄 Retrofitting New Push Bars
If your current door lacks panic hardware or is non-compliant, we can retrofit it with modern, EN 1125/179-compliant push bars — no need to replace the entire door. -
🚪 Hinge & Closer Adjustments or Replacements
We repair or upgrade self-closing mechanisms to ensure doors shut properly and maintain fire containment. -
🧰 Locking Mechanism Servicing
We fix or replace locks that may hinder safe egress, ensuring the door opens freely from the inside without keys. -
🛡️ Seal & Frame Repairs
Damaged seals or misaligned frames can compromise safety. We realign, reseal, or reinforce as needed. -
✅ Compliance Checks & Preventative Maintenance
Regular inspections and servicing to ensure ongoing compliance with UK fire safety standards. -
🪪 Signage and Accessory Installation
We install or replace mandatory fire exit signs, handles, and door closers.
💡 Did you know? Fire exit doors must open easily and remain in good working order at all times — failing to maintain them can result in legal liability and fines.
Whether it’s a one-off repair or scheduled maintenance for multiple properties, we provide fast, efficient service tailored to your needs.