A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. In Bordon, a town of about 21,000 people in Hampshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- GU35
- Location
- 24 miles south of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Bordon involve?
- Upgrading or boxing in under-stair cupboards
- Final exit door with thumb-turn
- Removing fire risks from the route
- Fire stopping around pipes, cables and voids
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
Which rules apply in Bordon?
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 Bordon 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.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Bordon?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,250 – £6,700 | house |
| Emergency light fitting, installed (our estimate) | £150 – £350 | £170 – £390 | fitting |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
Prices in Bordon are shown with our regional adjustment for South East (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 Bordon landlords need it?
Landlords in Bordon most often ask us for this when:
- Three-storey and larger HMOs
- A fire risk assessment action list
Questions about escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Bordon
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 Bordon do you work in?
All of them, including GU35, and the surrounding parts of Hampshire.
Does a shared house in Bordon 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 Bordon?
Our guide ranges for South East 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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