A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. In Barnet, a town of about 30,000 people in Greater London, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- EN5
- Location
- 10 miles north of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Barnet involve?
- Upgrading or boxing in under-stair cupboards
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
- Final exit door with thumb-turn
- Fire stopping around pipes, cables and voids
- Fire-resisting plasterboard to walls and ceilings
Which rules apply in Barnet?
Here is what usually applies to a Barnet job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
How much do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping cost in Barnet?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,550 – £7,700 | house |
| Emergency light fitting, installed (our estimate) | £150 – £350 | £190 – £450 | fitting |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
Prices in Barnet are shown with our regional adjustment for London (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 3–8 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Barnet landlords need it?
Landlords in Barnet most often ask us for this when:
- Gaps, holes or old cupboards on the stair
- A fire risk assessment action list
Questions about escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Barnet
Why do you photograph the fire stopping?
Because it is hidden once the work is finished. Photos are evidence for you, the council and future surveys.
Which postcodes in Barnet do you work in?
All of them, including EN5, and the surrounding parts of Greater London.
Does a shared house in Barnet need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping cost in Barnet?
Our guide ranges for London are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping near Barnet
- Hadley Wood · 2 mi
- Potters Bar · 3 mi
- Borehamwood · 3 mi
- Finchley · 3 mi
- Muswell Hill · 5 mi
- Enfield Town · 5 mi
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