West Sussex · Fire damper testing
Fire damper inspection in Broomershill
For fire damper drop testing and smoke damper testing, with a record for each damper in Broomershill, one call is all it takes: survey, fixed quote, work and sign-off. Fully insured, with CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001.
- Fire dampers with no recent test record
- Dampers affected by leaks or condensation
- Buildings with no damper register
How we handle fire damper testing in Broomershill
Some dampers haven’t been tested since the day they went in. Ceilings have gone up, access panels have been covered or lost, and the records have gone missing. We find what we can, test what we can reach and list anything we can’t get to, so you can see exactly what still needs access. Common call-outs are for dust or grease build-up on damper blades and dampers affected by leaks or condensation, on fusible link fire dampers, riser dampers and motorised smoke dampers.
Rural buildings that have been converted or extended can have ducts passing through fire-resisting walls, where the dampers are easy to overlook. The first visit starts by locating each damper.
It’s worth checking any contractor’s accreditations. We are a BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease, and we hold CHAS, SafeContractor and ISO 9001, and we’re fully insured.
- Where
- Broomershill (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Reporting
- Report and photos after the visit
- Price
- A fixed price before work begins
- Working hours
- When your site is closed, plus a 24/7 line
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Reviewed
- 30 October 2026
Common questions in Broomershill
Which fire authority looks after Broomershill?
Broomershill is in the area of West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service. BESA guidance is that every fire damper is tested at least once a year, so an officer or insurer may expect a report less than a year old.
Do you work overnight in Broomershill?
Yes, we can come after you close and finish before you open. The site is handed back ready to open. When you give us a ring on 0345 646 2711, or email photos, mention when the site is quiet.
What does fire damper testing cost?
Size, condition, access and working hours all affect the cost. Call for a fixed quote, usually ready within one working day.
Can you fix fire dampers that fail?
Failed dampers are reported and we can quote to repair or replace them. Once fixed, the damper is drop tested again and the record updated.
Is TR19 cleaning required by law?
No. TR19® itself isn’t law; it’s a BESA specification. The legal duty comes from the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005: the responsible person must assess and reduce fire risk, and TR19® is the benchmark for showing that grease in the extract is under control.
Will we have to shut during the visit?
Not typically. Booking the work out of hours means the site can carry on as normal. Larger jobs can be phased over several visits to keep things running.
What is TR19?
TR19® is BESA’s specification for ventilation hygiene. TR19® Grease, a standalone specification since 2019, covers grease in kitchen extract systems, while TR19® Air covers other supply and extract ductwork.
Do you work in Broomershill?
Yes. We work across Greater London, Surrey, Kent, Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and Essex, and that includes Broomershill.
Also near Broomershill
Other services in Broomershill
Part by part
Smoke dampers
A smoke damper is opened and closed by a motor, not a link. We test them through their controls to confirm the blade moves all the way.
Offices and retail
In offices and retail units, dampers tend to be hidden above working areas. Testing can be done outside opening hours so the space stays open.
For landlords and multi-site operators
Landlords, managing agents and facilities managers book us, not only the businesses that use the systems. Shared systems, like a riser serving several units, need a clear agreement on who books the work, and we can quote for the whole system.
Facilities teams in offices, schools and healthcare sites book us too in Broomershill and across West Sussex. Work can be phased by floor, building or site around the people who use them.
What happens on the day
There’s very little for your team to do on the day. Someone lets us in at the agreed time and shows us where everything is, and we take it from there. Afterwards, the area is left tidy and the written report follows. For a village or hamlet like Broomershill, tell us about narrow lanes, gates and parking when you book.
- Before the visit, we agree access, timings and any areas with restrictions.
- We open up ceilings and hatches and take off each access panel.
- We release each blade and check it shuts all the way.
- We reset it and record any dirt, corrosion or damage.
- We close everything up and send the results in a report.
Getting ready for the visit
- Allow time for equipment near the work to be turned off and cool down
- Let us know when the site is closed or quiet
- Mention any parking or loading restrictions
Getting a quote
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos: wide shots of the system, close-ups of anything that worries you and how we’d get to it. Add the site type and your opening hours, and many jobs can be priced from that alone.
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What fire damper testing looks like in Broomershill
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service covers Broomershill. Its fire safety officers enforce the Fire Safety Order in most non-domestic buildings, and that covers fire safety systems such as dampers. We cover Broomershill, about 41 miles from central London, as part of our work across London and the South East. We work evenings, overnight and at weekends, so the visit fits around the site.
A school like St Mary's Church of England Primary School can have any dampers tested over half-term without disturbing lessons. Historic houses near Broomershill, with Old Place Manor about 1 mile west, are a reminder that older buildings can hold dampers in unexpected places.
Broomershill is about 10 miles south-west of Horsham, in West Sussex. If you need fire damper testing in Broomershill, please call us on 0345 646 2711, or email photos for a fixed quote. We work across South East England and London, Broomershill included. Broomershill is one of 371 places in West Sussex we cover for commercial clients. Our Brighton page covers sites nearby, about 18 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here for fire damper testing: RH20. We also cover the places around Broomershill: Codmore Hill (1 mile north-west), Marehill (1 mile south-east), Nutbourne (1 mile south-east), North Heath (1 mile north) and Gay Street (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (11 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (11 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles south-east).
What’s near Broomershill
In Broomershill, that means kitchens and buildings near The Red Lion Public House. The closest station to Broomershill is Pulborough station, about 1.3 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Coates Castle (4.4 miles west) and The Storrington And District Museum (3.8 miles south-east). Not far away are The Mens.
Why it’s worth doing now in Broomershill
Sites in Broomershill tested every year build up a history for each damper so repeat problems show up early. A damper that was slow last year and sticks this year tells you something long before it fails outright. A fault that closes a site in a village like Broomershill affects everyone who depends on it.
What you pay reflects the actual work. That’s why we survey first, from pictures or on site, and the price is agreed before any work starts.
What you get with us
- Out-of-hours work and a 24/7 emergency line
- Full insurance on every job
- BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite member, cleaning to BESA TR19® Grease
- Trading since 2009
In-house cleaning or a specialist?
Staff cleaning doesn’t replace a specialist visit; it supports it. Regular in-house cleaning slows the build-up, but the parts you can’t see still need a specialist at the right interval.
Logging matters as much as cleaning. A simple log of filter washes, wipe-downs and checks helps show that the system is managed between specialist visits, alongside our reports.
What fire damper testing cannot fix
We’d rather tell you now than book work that will not help, so here are the limits:
- Approving the building’s fire strategy
- Ductwork crossing a fire wall with no damper fitted
- Holes around ductwork in fire-resisting walls
If in doubt, call 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line and we’ll say what we think.
What the work covers
- Fusible link fire dampers
- Offices and schools
- Riser dampers
- Motorised smoke dampers
- Wall and floor dampers
- Hospitals and care homes
Keeping the system healthy
Once we’ve finished, these simple steps help:
- Report leaks or condensation near ductwork quickly
- Tell contractors where dampers are before they start work
- Store test records alongside the fire risk assessment
- Get remedials done soon after a failed test
Any damper that failed is listed with the reason, along with an offer to repair or replace them. After a repair, we retest the damper and update the record.
Where a damper sits in ductwork that collects dust or grease, keeping that ductwork clean helps. It makes sense to plan duct cleaning and damper testing together.