A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. For a house in Blackpool we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Lancashire, England
- Postcodes
- FY1 and FY3
- Location
- 15 miles west of Preston
- Pricing region
- North West
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Blackpool involve?
- Final exit door with thumb-turn
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
- Photo record of hidden fire stopping
- Fire-resisting plasterboard to walls and ceilings
- Emergency lighting to the route
Which rules apply in Blackpool?
Here is what usually applies to a Blackpool 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.
- 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 Blackpool?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £1,900 – £5,750 | house |
| Emergency light fitting, installed (our estimate) | £150 – £350 | £140 – £340 | fitting |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
Prices in Blackpool are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below 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 Blackpool landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Three-storey and larger HMOs
- Gaps, holes or old cupboards on the stair
Questions about escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Blackpool
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.
How far do you travel from Blackpool?
We cover the whole of Lancashire and work UK-wide. For Blackpool the nearest towns on our list are Thornton-Cleveleys (4 miles), Fylde (6 miles), Lytham St Annes (6 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Blackpool?
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 Blackpool?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Blackpool
- Thornton-Cleveleys · 4 mi
- Fylde · 6 mi
- Lytham St Annes · 6 mi
- Fleetwood · 8 mi
- Southport · 12 mi
- Preston · 15 mi
- All of Lancashire
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