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 Widnes (WA7, WA8 and WA88) 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
- WA7, WA8 and WA88
- Location
- 11 miles east of Liverpool
- Pricing region
- North West
What do fire doors in Widnes involve?
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Widnes?
Fire doors in Widnes 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 Widnes?
| 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 Widnes 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?
Allow 1–3 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Widnes landlords need it?
Landlords in Widnes most often ask us for this when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Widnes
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.
How far do you travel from Widnes?
We cover the whole of Cheshire and work UK-wide. For Widnes the nearest towns on our list are Runcorn (1 miles), Halewood (4 miles), Great Sankey (4 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Widnes?
With the local council for the address. 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 Widnes?
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 Widnes
- Runcorn · 1 mi
- Halewood · 4 mi
- Great Sankey · 4 mi
- Speke · 5 mi
- Prescot · 5 mi
- Huyton · 6 mi
- All of Cheshire
Other HMO services in Widnes
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Widnes
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Widnes
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Widnes
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Widnes
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Widnes
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Widnes
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Widnes
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Widnes