Fire and smoke door inspection in Wollongong and the Illawarra
We inspect every fire and smoke door in your building and record each fault door by door, so the doors that slow fire and smoke will close and latch when they are needed.
inspect each fire and smoke door and record every fault.
a door-by-door report by location with faults and what is needed to fix them.
AS 1851 routine servicing, with fire-resistant doorsets built to AS 1905.1. 1
Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Southern Sydney, Campbelltown and Macarthur, Wollondilly, the Southern Highlands, Nowra and the South Coast.
What we check on each door
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- The door closes fully from any open position and latches by itself.
- The closer works smoothly and is not held, disabled or wedged open.
- Fire and smoke seals are present, undamaged and make contact all round.
- Gaps around the door and under it are within the limits for the door.
- Hinges, latches, handles and locks are secure and working.
- Glazing and vision panels are intact, and signs and labels are in place.
What we look for
These are the problems that turn up when equipment is checked properly:
- Doors that do not close or latch on their own
- Closers that are missing, disabled or held open with a wedge
- Seals that are missing, painted over or torn
- Gaps that are too large at the sides, top or bottom
- Hinges, latches or handles that are loose or the wrong type
- Damaged leaves, cut holes or broken glazing
What you receive after each visit
- A door-by-door report by location with the date, the result and each fault.
- A defect list with what each door needs and a quote for the work we can do. Nothing is repaired until you approve it.
- An entry in your AS 1851 logbook, with records kept for at least seven years.1
Why fire and smoke doors matter for the annual statement
Fire and smoke doors are usually essential fire safety measures on a building's fire safety schedule, and the annual fire safety statement rests on an accredited practitioner assessing each listed measure.2 A door that does not close or has damaged seals can hold up the whole statement. Inspecting early gives you time to fix faults before the assessment. We arrange the accredited practitioner your statement needs. Our guide to annual fire safety statements explains the process.
What happens to faults
We record each fault and what is needed to fix it. Some jobs are simple adjustments to closers or hardware. Others, such as replacing a door or glazing, are building work. Ask for a quote and tell us how many fire and smoke doors you have and where.
How a visit works
List the doors
We find every fire and smoke door against your list, schedule or plan.
Inspect each door
We check closing, latching, closers, seals, gaps and hardware as shown in the diagram.
Record door by door
Each door is recorded by location with the date, result and any fault.
Report and quote
You get the report and a quote for the work we can do. Nothing is repaired until you approve it.
What to have ready
- A list or plan showing which doors are fire or smoke doors
- Your fire safety schedule, if you have one
- Access to stairwells, plant rooms and tenancies
- Your last inspection report, if you have one
- A contact who can approve repairs
Where we work
We service Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Southern Sydney, Campbelltown and Macarthur, Wollondilly, the Southern Highlands, Nowra and the South Coast.
We will confirm we cover your suburb. See also where we work on the homepage.
Frequently asked questions
How often do fire doors need inspecting?
AS 1851 sets the schedule for fire-resistant doorsets in your building. We put each due date in your record.
What is the difference between a fire door and a smoke door?
A fire door is built to resist fire for a rated period. A smoke door is built to limit the spread of smoke. Your fire safety schedule says which doors in your building are which.
Why must a fire door not be wedged open?
A door that is held open cannot close when it is needed. Self-closing is part of how the door does its job.
What happens if a door fails the inspection?
We record the fault, say what is needed and quote the work we can do. Nothing is repaired until you approve it.
How much does a fire door inspection cost?
It depends on how many doors you have and how they are spread through the building. Send us the address or a door count for a quote.
Can I prop a fire door open?
Not with a wedge or hook. A fire door that is held open cannot close when it is needed. Some doors are held open by approved devices linked to the fire alarm. Ask us about doors in your building.
Do smoke doors need the same checks as fire doors?
Both are checked for closing, latching, seals and gaps. Your fire safety schedule says which doors are fire doors and which are smoke doors.
Sources and further reading
- Building Commission NSW: Responsibilities of building owners under AS 1851-2012 Last updated 12 February 2026. Accessed 12 November 2026.
- NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure: Fire safety certification Page updated 28 May 2025. Accessed 12 November 2026.
Last reviewed . Checked against the sources above. Standards, rules and intervals change, so confirm details with the source before you act. This page is general information, not advice. Southern Fire Protection is not affiliated with any of the bodies listed.
Tell us the building and what is due
We will come back with a price, or a time to visit.