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 Cheshire, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- North West
- Postcode areas
- CW, WA, CH, SK
- Main towns
- Warrington, Chester, Crewe, Ellesmere Port Town, Widnes
What do fire doors in Cheshire involve?
- Signage where required
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Installation record and photos
Which rules apply in Cheshire?
- 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
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 Cheshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £580 – £1,250 | 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 Cheshire
- Warrington
- Chester
- Crewe
- Ellesmere Port Town
- Widnes
- Runcorn
- Macclesfield
- Northwich
- Great Sankey
- Winsford
- Congleton
- Wilmslow
Questions about fire doors in Cheshire
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
What is an FD30S door?
A fire door tested to resist fire for about 30 minutes, with smoke seals (the S). It needs the right frame and fitting to work.
Do you carry out fire doors across Cheshire?
Yes, across the whole of Cheshire, including Warrington, Chester, Crewe.
Who licenses HMOs in Cheshire?
HMOs in Cheshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Cheshire
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Cheshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Cheshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Cheshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Cheshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Cheshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Cheshire
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Cheshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Cheshire