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. In Conwy we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- LL
- Main towns
- Colwyn Bay, Llandudno
What do fire doors in Conwy involve?
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Signage where required
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
Which rules apply in Conwy?
- Council HMO standards and the fire risk assessment set detection, fire doors and escape routes.
- Councils such as Cardiff and Swansea run additional licensing for HMOs outside the mandatory scheme.
- Landlords must register with Rent Smart Wales, and those who manage their own lets need a Rent Smart Wales licence.
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 Conwy?
| 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 Conwy
Questions about fire doors in Conwy
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.
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 you carry out fire doors across Conwy?
Yes, across the whole of Conwy, including Colwyn Bay, Llandudno.
Who licenses HMOs in Conwy?
Conwy council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Conwy
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Conwy
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Conwy
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Conwy
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Conwy
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Conwy
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Conwy
- Communal kitchen refits in Conwy
- Sound insulation in Conwy