CFP Carpentry & Fire Prevention were contacted to carry out fire door remedial works at a property in Bournemouth after a drop down seal device had been damaged.
The existing seal had been kicked off by a delivery driver, leaving the bottom of the fire door without the correct sealing protection. Our engineers attended the property to replace the damaged drop down seal device and adjust the door closer to ensure the door continued to operate correctly.
This type of work forms part of our wider fire door remedial works, helping landlords, managing agents and property owners keep existing fire doors in safe working condition without replacing the full door set unnecessarily.
Damaged Drop Down Seal Replaced
Drop down seals are fitted to the bottom of fire doors to help close the gap between the door and the floor when the door is shut. When working correctly, the seal drops down as the door closes and helps improve the performance of the door set.
On this project, the existing seal device had been knocked off and needed replacing. CFP supplied and fitted a new drop down seal device to restore the bottom edge protection and improve the condition of the fire door.
Door Closer Adjustment
As part of the visit, the door closer was also adjusted. A fire door should close fully and reliably from different opening angles, without needing to be pushed shut manually.
Our engineers checked the closing action and made the necessary adjustments so the door could return to the frame correctly and continue to function as intended.
Works Carried Out
- Inspected the damaged drop down seal device
- Removed the damaged/faulty seal where required
- Installed a replacement drop down seal device
- Checked the bottom gap of the fire door
- Adjusted the door closer
- Tested the door to confirm it closed correctly
Fire Door Remedial Works in Bournemouth
Fire door remedial works are often required when individual components become damaged, worn or incorrectly adjusted. In many cases, targeted repairs can restore the performance of the door set without the need for a complete replacement.
CFP provides fire door repairs and remedial works across Bournemouth and the surrounding areas, including drop down seal replacements, door closer adjustments, hinge works, fire door gap adjustments and general compliance improvements.
We also provide fire door surveys where a wider inspection is required, along with fire door installation where a door set is beyond repair.
Keeping Fire Doors Working Correctly
Small faults can have a major impact on how a fire door performs. Damaged seals, excessive gaps, poor closing action or loose components should be addressed quickly, especially in residential blocks, communal areas and managed properties.
This Bournemouth job is a good example of a simple but important repair, with the damaged drop down seal replaced and the closer adjusted during the same visit.
For fire door remedial works in the local area, visit our Bournemouth fire door services page or contact CFP Carpentry & Fire Prevention.
