A protected escape route is the stair, landing and hall that lets everyone get out if there is a fire. Landlords in Redditch (B97) 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
- Worcestershire, England
- Postcodes
- B97
- Location
- 12 miles south of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Redditch involve?
- Emergency lighting to the route
- Upgrading or boxing in under-stair cupboards
- Fire-resisting plasterboard to walls and ceilings
- Glazing upgrades in doors and fanlights
- Photo record of hidden fire stopping
Which rules apply in Redditch?
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 Redditch 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.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Redditch?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,000 – £6,000 | house |
| Emergency light fitting, installed (our estimate) | £150 – £350 | £150 – £350 | fitting |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Redditch 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 Redditch landlords need it?
Landlords in Redditch 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 Redditch
Does every HMO need emergency lighting?
Not every one. Guidance tends to expect it where the escape route is long, complex or has no borrowed light, which is more common in larger houses.
Do you cover all of Redditch?
Yes. We work across Redditch and the B97 postcode areas, plus the rest of Worcestershire. Nearby places we also cover include Bromsgrove, Shirley, Droitwich.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Redditch?
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 Redditch?
Our guide ranges for West 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 Redditch
- Bromsgrove · 5 mi
- Shirley · 9 mi
- Droitwich · 9 mi
- Bartley Green · 9 mi
- Solihull · 10 mi
- Halesowen · 11 mi
- All of Worcestershire
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