An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Newbury is 16 miles west 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
- RG14 and RG20
- Location
- 16 miles west of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Newbury involve?
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Installation record and photos
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in Newbury?
Here is what usually applies to a Newbury job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Newbury?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South East, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Newbury follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Newbury landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Newbury:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Newbury
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.
How far do you travel from Newbury?
We cover the whole of Berkshire and work UK-wide. For Newbury the nearest towns on our list are Thatcham (3 miles), Basingstoke (14 miles), Didcot (15 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Newbury?
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 Newbury?
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 Newbury
- Thatcham · 3 mi
- Basingstoke · 14 mi
- Didcot · 15 mi
- Andover · 15 mi
- Reading · 16 mi
- Lower Earley · 18 mi
- All of Berkshire
Other HMO services in Newbury
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Newbury
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Newbury
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Newbury
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Newbury
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Newbury
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newbury
- House to HMO conversion in Newbury
- Communal kitchen refits in Newbury