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 County Antrim, the work is planned around Northern Ireland’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- Northern Ireland
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
- Postcode areas
- BT
- Main towns
- Lisburn, Newtownabbey, Castlereagh, Carrickfergus, Ballymena
What do fire doors in County Antrim involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Signage where required
- Installation record and photos
Which rules apply in County Antrim?
- Doors on protected routes are typically FD30 or FD30S, self-closing on three hinges; emergency lighting is required in HMOs of 4 or more storeys.
- Licences usually last 5 years, and landlords must also register with the NI landlord registration scheme.
In Northern Ireland, licensing is run centrally by the NI HMO Unit, and all new HMOs need planning permission and building control approval from the local council.
How much do fire doors cost in County Antrim?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £270 – £540 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £540 – £1,150 | 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 County Antrim
Questions about fire doors in County Antrim
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
Do you carry out fire doors across County Antrim?
Yes, across the whole of County Antrim, including Lisburn, Newtownabbey, Castlereagh.
Who licenses HMOs in County Antrim?
HMO licensing in County Antrim, as everywhere in Northern Ireland, is run by the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council. Planning and building control are handled by the local council.
Other HMO services in County Antrim
- HMO fire safety upgrades in County Antrim
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in County Antrim
- Fire alarm and detection systems in County Antrim
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in County Antrim
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in County Antrim
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in County Antrim
- House to HMO conversion in County Antrim
- Ensuite installation in County Antrim