An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Bracknell is 10 miles east of Reading. We price fire doors 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
- Berkshire, England
- Postcodes
- RG12 and RG42
- Location
- 10 miles east of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Bracknell involve?
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Bracknell?
Fire doors in Bracknell must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
How much do fire doors cost in Bracknell?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Bracknell can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 1–3 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 Bracknell landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Bracknell:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Bracknell
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
How far do you travel from Bracknell?
We cover the whole of Berkshire and work UK-wide. For Bracknell the nearest towns on our list are Crowthorne (3 miles), Wokingham (4 miles), Sandhurst (5 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Bracknell?
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 fire doors cost in Bracknell?
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.
Fire doors near Bracknell
- Crowthorne · 3 mi
- Wokingham · 4 mi
- Sandhurst · 5 mi
- Camberley · 5 mi
- Yateley · 6 mi
- Lower Earley · 7 mi
- All of Berkshire
Other HMO services in Bracknell
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Bracknell
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Bracknell
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Bracknell
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bracknell
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Bracknell
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bracknell
- Full HMO refurbishment in Bracknell
- House to HMO conversion in Bracknell