A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. Landlords in Gosport (PO1 and PO12) 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
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- PO1 and PO12
- Location
- 14 miles south-east of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Gosport involve?
- Upgrading or boxing in under-stair cupboards
- Removing fire risks from the route
- Fire stopping around pipes, cables and voids
- Fire-resisting plasterboard to walls and ceilings
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
Which rules apply in Gosport?
Here is what usually applies to a Gosport 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.
- Building regulations cover structural changes, new partitions, ensuite drainage, fire-resisting construction and notifiable electrical work.
- 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 Gosport?
| 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 Gosport 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 Gosport landlords need it?
Landlords in Gosport most often ask us for this when:
- Three-storey and larger HMOs
- Gaps, holes or old cupboards on the stair
Questions about escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Gosport
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.
Do you cover all of Gosport?
Yes. We work across Gosport and the PO1 and PO12 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hampshire. Nearby places we also cover include Portsmouth, Fareham, Ryde.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Gosport?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping cost in Gosport?
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.
Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping near Gosport
- Portsmouth · 2 mi
- Fareham · 4 mi
- Ryde · 5 mi
- Waterlooville · 7 mi
- Havant · 8 mi
- Cowes · 8 mi
- All of Hampshire
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