A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. For a house in Gateshead 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
- Tyne and Wear, England
- Postcodes
- NE8, NE82, NE83 and NE88
- Location
- 1 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Gateshead involve?
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
- Removing fire risks from the route
- Final exit door with thumb-turn
- Emergency lighting to the route
- Photo record of hidden fire stopping
Which rules apply in Gateshead?
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 Gateshead before we price.
- 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 Gateshead?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £1,850 – £5,500 | house |
| Emergency light fitting, installed (our estimate) | £150 – £350 | £140 – £320 | fitting |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £550 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Gateshead can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 3–8 working days. If a council deadline applies in Gateshead, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Gateshead landlords need it?
We usually get the call 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 Gateshead
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 Gateshead?
Yes. We work across Gateshead and the NE8, NE82, NE83 and NE88 postcode areas, plus the rest of Tyne and Wear. Nearby places we also cover include Newcastle upon Tyne, Felling, Gosforth.
Does a shared house in Gateshead 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 Gateshead?
Our guide ranges for North 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 Gateshead
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 1 mi
- Felling · 1 mi
- Gosforth · 3 mi
- Wallsend · 3 mi
- Hebburn · 4 mi
- Jarrow · 5 mi
- All of Tyne and Wear
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