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. We carry this out across Ceredigion, priced against the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- SA, SY
- Main towns
- Aberystwyth
What do fire doors in Ceredigion involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Signage where required
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
Which rules apply in Ceredigion?
- Council HMO standards and the fire risk assessment set detection, fire doors and escape routes.
- Landlords must register with Rent Smart Wales, and those who manage their own lets need a Rent Smart Wales licence.
- Councils such as Cardiff and Swansea run additional licensing for HMOs outside the mandatory scheme.
Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
How much do fire doors cost in Ceredigion?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £560 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £560 – £1,200 | 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 Ceredigion
Questions about fire doors in Ceredigion
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 bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
Do you carry out fire doors across Ceredigion?
Yes, across the whole of Ceredigion, including Aberystwyth.
Who licenses HMOs in Ceredigion?
Ceredigion council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Ceredigion
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Ceredigion
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Ceredigion
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Ceredigion
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Ceredigion
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Ceredigion
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Ceredigion
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Ceredigion
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Ceredigion