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 Northwich (CW9) 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
- Cheshire, England
- Postcodes
- CW9
- Location
- 19 miles south-west of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do fire doors in Northwich involve?
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Northwich?
Here is what usually applies to a Northwich 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
How much do fire doors cost in Northwich?
| 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 |
Prices in Northwich are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Northwich, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Northwich landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Northwich
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.
Which postcodes in Northwich do you work in?
All of them, including CW9, and the surrounding parts of Cheshire.
Does a shared house in Northwich 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 Northwich?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Northwich
- Winsford · 5 mi
- Warrington · 10 mi
- Runcorn · 10 mi
- Great Sankey · 10 mi
- Widnes · 11 mi
- Altrincham · 11 mi
- All of Cheshire
Other HMO services in Northwich
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Northwich
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Northwich
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Northwich
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Northwich
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Northwich
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Northwich
- Full HMO refurbishment in Northwich
- Ensuite installation in Northwich