Professional fire damper inspection, fire damper testing and fire damper surveys for commercial buildings across the UK. Know your dampers will close when it matters, with a clear written report.
Fire dampers sit inside ductwork and close automatically to stop fire and heat spreading from one compartment to another. They stay hidden for years, which means a damper that is stuck, damaged or blocked can go unnoticed until it is too late.
ExtractAssure provides professional fire damper inspection and testing across the UK. We survey, inspect and test your dampers and give you a clear written report, so you can manage fire safety with confidence. Pair it with TR19 compliance, extract cleaning and air vent cleaning for complete ventilation safety. Call us or request an online quote.
Fire damper inspection is the survey, visual check and functional testing of the fire dampers in a building's ductwork, to confirm each one will close properly to stop the spread of fire, followed by a written report of the results.
Tell us about your building, roughly how many dampers you have and when they were last inspected. Our team will come back with clear advice on the next step.
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A fire damper is a device fitted where ductwork passes through a fire-resistant wall or floor. In a fire, it closes to keep the compartment sealed so fire and heat cannot travel through the duct.
Dampers contain moving parts, so dust, corrosion, damage or poor installation can stop them closing fully. Regular fire damper testing is the only reliable way to know they will work.
Inspected dampers protect people, property and your compliance position.
Working dampers help contain fire and smoke so people can leave safely.
Testing reveals stuck, damaged or failed dampers before an emergency does.
A written report gives you evidence of what was inspected and the results.
Helps you meet your duty to maintain the fire safety measures in your building.
Show insurers and assessors that your fire protection is being maintained.
Know exactly which dampers need attention so you can budget and act.
A clear, structured process from your first call to a written report you can act on.
We discuss your building, the number and type of dampers, access and any existing records, then agree the scope and timing that suit your premises.
We identify and locate each fire damper in scope and match it against drawings or a damper register where available, so nothing is missed.
We confirm that each damper can be reached for inspection and testing, and flag any with poor or no access.
We check the casing, blades, release mechanism, fixings and the seals and fire stopping around the damper for damage, corrosion or defects.
We operate each damper to confirm that it closes fully and reliably, and that it can be reset afterwards.
Each damper is returned to its working position and the result is recorded against its location and reference.
You receive a clear report listing every damper, its pass or fail result, any defects found and our recommendations.
We advise on repairs, replacements and re-testing, and help you plan the next inspection.
Fire dampers are part of your building's passive fire protection. They only help if they work.
General information only, not legal advice. Speak to a qualified fire safety adviser about your building.
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 in England and Wales, the responsible person must make sure fire safety measures in the building are properly maintained.
Fire damper inspection and testing is guided by recognised standards and industry guidance, which your fire risk assessment should reference.
A written inspection report helps you show that your fire protection is checked and maintained.
The right frequency depends on your building, its use and your fire risk assessment. Confirm the schedule for your premises with a qualified adviser and our team.
New dampers should be checked to confirm they were installed and are working correctly.
Routine testing at the intervals set by your fire risk assessment and applicable standards.
Alterations, refurbishment or damage to ductwork can affect damper performance.
General guidance only. Follow your fire risk assessment and the advice of a qualified fire safety professional.
Trained engineers who understand commercial ductwork.
Plain-English reports you can act on and share.
Combine with TR19 compliance, extract cleaning and air vent cleaning.
Straight answers and a clear next step from the first call.
Straight answers on fire damper testing, surveys and reports.
Fire damper inspection is the survey, visual check and functional testing of the fire dampers in a building's ductwork, to confirm each one will close properly to stop the spread of fire, followed by a written report of the results.
A fire damper is fitted where ductwork passes through a fire-resistant wall or floor. In a fire it closes automatically to keep the compartment sealed, so fire and heat cannot travel through the duct.
Dampers have moving parts that can seize, corrode or become damaged over time. Testing is the only reliable way to confirm they will close when needed.
It depends on your building, how it is used and your fire risk assessment. Testing should also follow installation and any building works that affect ductwork. Confirm the schedule for your premises with a qualified adviser and our team.
In England and Wales, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person to maintain fire safety measures in the building, which includes fire dampers. Speak to a qualified adviser about your own obligations.
We locate each damper, check access, inspect it visually, operate it to confirm it closes fully, reset it and record the result. You then receive a written report. See the full step-by-step process above.
A fire damper survey identifies and records the dampers in a building, including their location, type and access, so they can be inspected, tested and managed properly.
Our report lists every damper inspected, the pass or fail result for each, any defects found and our recommendations for repair, replacement or re-testing.
We agree the timing and scope with you in advance and plan the work to keep disruption as low as possible.
Complete the online quote form on this page or call 024 7510 3197 with a short description of your building. We support customers across the UK, and our team will advise on the approach and the next step.
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