An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Barrow in Furness is 32 miles north-west of Preston. We price fire doors there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Cumbria, England
- Postcodes
- LA14
- Location
- 32 miles north-west of Preston
- Pricing region
- North West
What do fire doors in Barrow in Furness involve?
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Installation record and photos
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in Barrow in Furness?
Fire doors in Barrow in Furness must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Barrow in Furness?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £580 – £1,250 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Barrow in Furness can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Barrow in Furness, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Barrow in Furness landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Barrow in Furness
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 you cover all of Barrow in Furness?
Yes. We work across Barrow in Furness and the LA14 postcode areas, plus the rest of Cumbria. Nearby places we also cover include Morecambe, Fleetwood, Lancaster.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Barrow in Furness?
With the local council for the address. 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 Barrow in Furness?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Barrow in Furness
- Morecambe · 15 mi
- Fleetwood · 16 mi
- Lancaster · 18 mi
- Thornton-Cleveleys · 18 mi
- Blackpool · 22 mi
- Fylde · 23 mi
- All of Cumbria
Other HMO services in Barrow in Furness
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Barrow in Furness
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Barrow in Furness
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Barrow in Furness
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Barrow in Furness
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Barrow in Furness
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Barrow in Furness
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Barrow in Furness
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Barrow in Furness