An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Landlords in Sandhurst (GU17, GU47 and RG45) 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
- Berkshire, England
- Postcodes
- GU17, GU47 and RG45
- Location
- 11 miles south-east of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Sandhurst involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Signage where required
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
Which rules apply in Sandhurst?
Fire doors in Sandhurst 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:
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Sandhurst?
| 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 Sandhurst follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Sandhurst, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Sandhurst landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Sandhurst
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
How far do you travel from Sandhurst?
We cover the whole of Berkshire and work UK-wide. For Sandhurst the nearest towns on our list are Crowthorne (2 miles), Yateley (2 miles), Camberley (2 miles).
Does a shared house in Sandhurst 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 fire doors cost in Sandhurst?
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 Sandhurst
- Crowthorne · 2 mi
- Yateley · 2 mi
- Camberley · 2 mi
- Farnborough · 4 mi
- Fleet · 5 mi
- Bracknell · 5 mi
- All of Berkshire
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