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. Across Cornwall, the work is planned around England’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South West
- Postcode areas
- PL, TR, EX
- Main towns
- Redruth, Falmouth, St Austell, Truro, Camborne
What do fire doors in Cornwall involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Installation record and photos
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Cornwall?
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
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 Cornwall?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £620 – £1,350 | 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 Cornwall
Questions about fire doors in Cornwall
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
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 Cornwall?
Yes, across the whole of Cornwall, including Redruth, Falmouth, St Austell.
Who licenses HMOs in Cornwall?
HMOs in Cornwall 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 Cornwall
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Cornwall
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Cornwall
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Cornwall
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Cornwall
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Cornwall
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Cornwall
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Cornwall
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Cornwall