A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. In Horsham, a town of around 50,000 people in West Sussex, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- West Sussex, England
- Postcodes
- RH12
- Location
- 18 miles north-west of Brighton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Horsham involve?
- Emergency lighting to the route
- Fire-resisting plasterboard to walls and ceilings
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
- Final exit door with thumb-turn
- Removing fire risks from the route
Which rules apply in Horsham?
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 Horsham 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.
- 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.
- 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 Horsham?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,250 – £6,700 | house |
| Emergency light fitting, installed (our estimate) | £150 – £350 | £170 – £390 | fitting |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
Prices in Horsham are shown with our regional adjustment for South East (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Horsham landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A fire risk assessment action list
- Three-storey and larger HMOs
Questions about escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Horsham
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.
Do you cover all of Horsham?
Yes. We work across Horsham and the RH12 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Sussex. Nearby places we also cover include Crawley, Horley, Haywards Heath.
Does a shared house in Horsham 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 Horsham?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Horsham
- Crawley · 7 mi
- Horley · 11 mi
- Haywards Heath · 11 mi
- Burgess Hill · 11 mi
- Reigate · 13 mi
- Redhill · 14 mi
- All of West Sussex
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