A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. Daventry is 18 miles south-east of Coventry. We price escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN11
- Location
- 18 miles south-east of Coventry
- Council
- West Northamptonshire Council
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Daventry involve?
- Removing fire risks from the route
- Fire stopping around pipes, cables and voids
- Photo record of hidden fire stopping
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
- Emergency lighting to the route
Which rules apply in Daventry?
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 Daventry before we price.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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.
West Northamptonshire Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 directions cover several areas of Northampton (from 2011 onwards). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in 20 wards across Northampton and Daventry 24 Feb 2025-23 Feb 2030 (replaced 2020-2025 scheme). |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Daventry before you buy or start work. Source: West Northamptonshire Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping cost in Daventry?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £1,950 – £5,800 | house |
| Emergency light fitting, installed (our estimate) | £150 – £350 | £150 – £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 Daventry 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 Daventry landlords need it?
Landlords in Daventry 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 Daventry
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 Daventry?
Yes. We work across Daventry and the NN11 postcode areas, plus the rest of Northamptonshire. Nearby places we also cover include Rugby, Northampton, Royal Leamington Spa.
Which council covers HMOs in Daventry?
Daventry is covered by West Northamptonshire Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping cost in Daventry?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Daventry
- Rugby · 9 mi
- Northampton · 12 mi
- Royal Leamington Spa · 15 mi
- Banbury · 15 mi
- Warwick · 18 mi
- Coventry · 18 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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