A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. In Fleetwood, a town of about 26,000 people in Lancashire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Lancashire, England
- Postcodes
- FY5, FY6 and FY7
- Location
- 17 miles north-west of Preston
- Pricing region
- North West
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Fleetwood involve?
- Upgrading or boxing in under-stair cupboards
- Removing fire risks from the route
- Fire-resisting plasterboard to walls and ceilings
- Fire stopping around pipes, cables and voids
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
Which rules apply in Fleetwood?
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 Fleetwood 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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 Fleetwood?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Fleetwood can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Fleetwood landlords need it?
Landlords in Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood
Can a lounge open onto the stair?
It depends on the layout and the risk assessment. Often the door needs to be a fire door, or the layout needs changing.
How far do you travel from Fleetwood?
We cover the whole of Lancashire and work UK-wide. For Fleetwood the nearest towns on our list are Thornton-Cleveleys (4 miles), Fylde (7 miles), Blackpool (8 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Fleetwood?
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 Fleetwood?
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 Fleetwood
- Thornton-Cleveleys · 4 mi
- Fylde · 7 mi
- Blackpool · 8 mi
- Morecambe · 12 mi
- Lancaster · 12 mi
- Lytham St Annes · 13 mi
- All of Lancashire
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