An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Newtownabbey is 4 miles north of Belfast. We price fire doors there against Northern Ireland’s HMO rules and the NI HMO standards and licence conditions, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- County Antrim, Northern Ireland
- Postcodes
- BT36 and BT37
- Location
- 4 miles north of Belfast
- Pricing region
- Northern Ireland
What do fire doors in Newtownabbey involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Signage where required
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Installation record and photos
Which rules apply in Newtownabbey?
Fire doors in Newtownabbey 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.
- A licence is needed where 3 or more people forming more than two households live as their main home and pay rent; the NI HMO Unit at Belfast City Council licenses for every council.
- 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 Newtownabbey?
| 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 |
Prices in Newtownabbey are shown with our regional adjustment for Northern Ireland (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Newtownabbey landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Newtownabbey:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Newtownabbey
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.
How far do you travel from Newtownabbey?
We cover the whole of County Antrim and work UK-wide. For Newtownabbey the nearest towns on our list are Holywood (4 miles), Belfast (4 miles), Carrickfergus (6 miles).
Does a shared house in Newtownabbey 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 Newtownabbey?
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 Newtownabbey
- Holywood · 4 mi
- Belfast · 4 mi
- Carrickfergus · 6 mi
- Castlereagh · 6 mi
- Dundonald · 6 mi
- Bangor (County Down) · 10 mi
- All of County Antrim
Other HMO services in Newtownabbey
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Newtownabbey
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Newtownabbey
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Newtownabbey
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Newtownabbey
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Newtownabbey
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newtownabbey
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Newtownabbey
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Newtownabbey