An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. For a house in Castlereagh we start with a measured survey, check the NI HMO standards and licence conditions for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- County Antrim, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT5 and BT6
- Location
- 2 miles south-east of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do fire doors in Castlereagh involve?
- Signage where required
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Installation record and photos
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
Which rules apply in Castlereagh?
Fire doors in Castlereagh must satisfy national law for Northern Ireland, the NI HMO standards and licence conditions and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Castlereagh?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Castlereagh can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Castlereagh landlords need it?
Landlords in Castlereagh most often ask us for this when:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Castlereagh
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Which postcodes in Castlereagh do you work in?
All of them, including BT5 and BT6, and the surrounding parts of County Antrim.
Does a shared house in Castlereagh need an HMO licence?
Yes, if 3 or more people forming more than two households live there as their main home and pay rent. Licensing for every council in Northern Ireland is run by the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council.
How much do fire doors cost in Castlereagh?
Our guide ranges for Northern Ireland 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 Castlereagh
- Belfast · 2 mi
- Dundonald · 4 mi
- Holywood · 5 mi
- Newtownabbey · 6 mi
- Lisburn · 7 mi
- Newtownards · 8 mi
- All of County Antrim
Other HMO services in Castlereagh
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Castlereagh
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Castlereagh
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Castlereagh
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Castlereagh
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Castlereagh
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Castlereagh
- House to HMO conversion in Castlereagh
- Ensuite installation in Castlereagh