Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Fire Safety Compliance Solutions in the UK
At Checkmate Fire, our focus is on maintaining customer relations through a 'right first time' ethos and quality-driven approach. As the UK's specialist passive fire protection company and founder members of the BRE/LPCB passive fire protection certification scheme, we deliver a full turnkey service, from initial assessments and surveys to full pre-planned maintenance packages. For over three decades, we have served a growing list of industries with the same reliable, ethical, quality service that makes us the most trusted contractor in specialist passive fire protection. Our team of bright, talented professionals, all passionate about fire safety in the built environment, ensures the highest quality service provision through extensive knowledge and expertise. We specialise in compliance through inspection, fire risk assessments, surveys, pre-planned maintenance, and consultancy services, offering 3rd party accredited installations.With nationwide coverage and offices strategically placed across the UK, we deliver high standards of service regionally and nationally. Our experienced management teams handle small-scale solutions and large, multi-million-pound projects, operating as both sub-contractor and Principal Contractor. We provide fire stopping to a wide range of environments, including public spaces, student accommodation, healthcare, social housing, commercial, industrial, and facilities management sectors. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, and a focus on getting it right first time has created a vibrant company culture that prioritises safety and compliance. We take maximum precautions to ensure safety, making buildings compliant and lives safer for over 30 years.
Services
Fire Inspection Services
Fire Door Inspection
Building Control Applications
Passive Fire Inspections
Fire Risk Assessments
Fire Door Installation
Dampers
Training Academy
Compliance Maintenance
Fire Resistance Testing
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in passive fire protection
- Nationwide responsive teams with 300+ specialists
- Fully certified by LPCB, Firas, BM Trada & ISO
- Prioritise fire door repair over replacement (60% remediation rate)
- Maintain over 2,000 buildings annually with 30,000+ fire door remediations
Associations and certifications
- LPCB
- Firas
- BM Trada
- ISO
Services
Fire Inspection Services
Our fire inspection services ensure buildings meet regulatory standards through comprehensive assessments of fire safety systems. We identify risks, evaluate existing protections, and provide actionable remediation plans. With 30+ years of expertise, our accredited team delivers detailed reports and solutions tailored to sectors like healthcare, education, and commercial properties.
Fire Door Installation
We specialise in certified fire door installations compliant with third-party schemes like BRE/LPCB and BM TRADA. Our services include door fitting, hardware upgrades, and intumescent seal installations. With nationwide coverage, we handle projects from small-scale repairs to large developments, prioritising safety and compliance.
Fire Risk Assessments
Our independent fire risk assessments (FRAs) adhere to PAS79 standards, identifying hazards and compliance gaps. Qualified assessors evaluate buildings for fire hazards, providing detailed reports and remediation guidance. This service is mandatory for non-domestic premises and critical for ensuring occupant safety.
Passive Fire Protection
We offer passive fire protection solutions including compartmentation surveys and fire-stopping installations. Our experts address defects in fire-resistant partitions, ensuring compliance with BS 9999:2017. Services include invasive and non-invasive inspections, with remediation plans to prevent fire spread.
Fire Resistance Testing
Our fire resistance testing verifies the performance of structural components and fire-rated assemblies. We conduct tests to validate compliance with building regulations, providing evidence-based reports for materials in existing or new constructions. This service supports informed decisions for fire safety upgrades.
Questions
What fire safety services does Checkmate Fire offer?
We provide fire inspections, door installations, risk assessments, passive fire protection, and compliance solutions for commercial and residential sectors.
Are Checkmate Fire's services accredited?
Yes, we hold accreditations from LPCB, Firas, BM Trada, and ISO for our fire safety services.
Why are fire door inspections necessary?
Regular inspections ensure doors meet safety standards, preventing fire spread and maintaining compliance with UK regulations.
Does Checkmate Fire operate nationwide?
Yes, we have offices across the UK, covering Huddersfield, Sheffield, South East, and South West regions.
How does Checkmate Fire handle compliance maintenance?
Our Compliance+ service offers pre-planned maintenance to ensure ongoing fire safety compliance and budget predictability.
Can Checkmate Fire assist with building control applications?
Yes, we support clients through the Building Safety Act requirements, including documentation and regulatory submissions.
Reviews (1)
Kronker
Jan 04, 2019
Report
I had a great experience at Checkmate! I dealt with Nick. Very easy going and super knowledgeable and attentive to what I needed. He actually taught me a bunch of stuff I had no idea about! Really went the extra mile and I could tell I wasn't just a number or piece of business to him. That's very rare these days and stuff like that makes me very loyal to a business. Im horrible with names but I remembered his! Haha. Don't mess around, do yourself a favor and go with Checkmate.
