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 Saint Neots (PE19) 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
- Cambridgeshire, England
- Postcodes
- PE19
- Location
- 16 miles west of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do fire doors in Saint Neots involve?
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
Which rules apply in Saint Neots?
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 Saint Neots before we price.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do fire doors cost in Saint Neots?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £640 – £1,400 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Saint Neots can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Saint Neots landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Saint Neots:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Saint Neots
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 cover all of Saint Neots?
Yes. We work across Saint Neots and the PE19 postcode areas, plus the rest of Cambridgeshire. Nearby places we also cover include Huntingdon, Bedford, Kempston Hardwick.
Does a shared house in Saint Neots 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 Saint Neots?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Saint Neots
- Huntingdon · 9 mi
- Bedford · 10 mi
- Kempston Hardwick · 13 mi
- Rushden · 15 mi
- Cambridge · 16 mi
- Ampthill · 16 mi
- All of Cambridgeshire
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