A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. Landlords in Fylde (FY6, PR3 and PR4) 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
- Lancashire, England
- Postcodes
- FY6, PR3 and PR4
- Location
- 10 miles north-west of Preston
- Pricing region
- North West
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Fylde involve?
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
- Fire stopping around pipes, cables and voids
- Upgrading or boxing in under-stair cupboards
- Removing fire risks from the route
- Fire-resisting plasterboard to walls and ceilings
Which rules apply in Fylde?
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 Fylde before we price.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping cost in Fylde?
| 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 Fylde can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 3–8 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Fylde landlords need it?
Landlords in Fylde most often ask us for this when:
- A fire risk assessment action list
- Gaps, holes or old cupboards on the stair
Questions about escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Fylde
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.
Do you cover all of Fylde?
Yes. We work across Fylde and the FY6, PR3 and PR4 postcode areas, plus the rest of Lancashire. Nearby places we also cover include Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool, Lytham St Annes.
Does a shared house in Fylde 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 Fylde?
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 Fylde
- Thornton-Cleveleys · 5 mi
- Blackpool · 6 mi
- Lytham St Annes · 7 mi
- Fleetwood · 7 mi
- Preston · 10 mi
- Leyland · 13 mi
- All of Lancashire