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 Larne (BT40) 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
- County Antrim, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT40
- Location
- 18 miles north of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do fire doors in Larne involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in Larne?
Fire doors in Larne 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:
- The NIFRS HMO Fire Safety Guide (July 2026) usually expects Grade D1 interlinked detection in smaller shared houses and a Grade A system with more than 6 occupants or over 200 m².
- Licences usually last 5 years, and landlords must also register with the NI landlord registration scheme.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Larne?
| 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 Larne can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Larne landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Larne:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Larne
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
How far do you travel from Larne?
We cover the whole of County Antrim and work UK-wide. For Larne the nearest towns on our list are Carrickfergus (9 miles), Newtownabbey (14 miles), Bangor (County Down) (14 miles).
Does a shared house in Larne 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 Larne?
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 Larne
- Carrickfergus · 9 mi
- Newtownabbey · 14 mi
- Bangor (County Down) · 14 mi
- Holywood · 15 mi
- Dundonald · 18 mi
- Belfast · 18 mi
- All of County Antrim
Other HMO services in Larne
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Larne
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Larne
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Larne
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Larne
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Larne
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Larne
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Larne
- Ensuite installation in Larne