In short: An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. In Berkshire we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South East
- Postcode areas
- RG, SL, OX, GU
- Main towns
- Reading, Slough, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Wokingham
What do fire doors in Berkshire involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Installation record and photos
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
Which rules apply in Berkshire?
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
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 fire doors cost in Berkshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £670 – £1,450 | door |
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Fire doors by town in Berkshire
Questions about fire doors in Berkshire
Can I just add strips to an old door?
Only if the door itself is capable of the rating, which most standard internal doors are not. A certified door set is usually the reliable route.
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Do you carry out fire doors across Berkshire?
Yes, across the whole of Berkshire, including Reading, Slough, Bracknell.
Who licenses HMOs in Berkshire?
HMOs in Berkshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Berkshire
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Berkshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Berkshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Berkshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Berkshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Berkshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Berkshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Berkshire
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Berkshire