HMORefurbishment

Greater London, England

Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Tottenham

We carry out escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Tottenham, 7 miles north of London, working to the HMO rules that apply in England and to the council’s written HMO standards.

Refurbished staircase and landing with fire doors and emergency lighting forming a protected route

A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. Landlords in Tottenham (N17) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.

Area
Greater London, England
Postcodes
N17
Location
7 miles north of London
Council
London Borough of Haringey
Pricing region
London

What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Tottenham involve?

  • Upgrading or boxing in under-stair cupboards
  • Final exit door with thumb-turn
  • Emergency lighting to the route
  • Photo record of hidden fire stopping
  • Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights

Which rules apply in Tottenham?

The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Tottenham before we price.

  • 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.

London Borough of Haringey: local HMO schemes

Article 4 (HMO)In force in part of the council area Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) in force since 2013 for the area set out on the council's map.
Additional licensingIn force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing (all 21 wards) 17 Jun 2024-16 Jun 2029, approved 12 Mar 2024.
Selective licensingIn force in part of the council area Selective licensing in 14 eastern wards (incl. Tottenham, Northumberland Park, Seven Sisters, Noel Park) 17 Nov 2022-16 Nov 2027.

Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Tottenham before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Haringey HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.

How much do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping cost in Tottenham?

ItemUK typicalLocal guidePer
Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate)£2,000 – £6,000£2,550 – £7,700house
Emergency light fitting, installed (our estimate)£150 – £350£190 – £450fitting
FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted£300 – £600£380 – £770door

Prices in Tottenham 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 Tottenham landlords need it?

We usually get the call when:

  • Gaps, holes or old cupboards on the stair
  • Three-storey and larger HMOs

Questions about escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Tottenham

What is fire stopping?

Sealing gaps where pipes, cables and ducts pass through fire-resisting walls and floors, so smoke and fire cannot get through.

How far do you travel from Tottenham?

We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Tottenham the nearest towns on our list are Edmonton (2 miles), Wood Green (2 miles), Walthamstow (2 miles).

Which council covers HMOs in Tottenham?

Tottenham is covered by London Borough of Haringey. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.

How much do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping cost in Tottenham?

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.

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