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. We carry this out across Derbyshire, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
- Postcode areas
- DE, S, SK, NG
- Main towns
- Derby, Chesterfield, High Peak, Long Eaton, Ilkeston
What do fire doors in Derbyshire involve?
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Signage where required
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Installation record and photos
Which rules apply in Derbyshire?
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
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 Derbyshire?
| 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 |
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Fire doors by town in Derbyshire
- Derby
- Chesterfield
- High Peak
- Long Eaton
- Ilkeston
- Swadlincote
- Staveley
- Belper
- Heanor
- Alfreton
- Dronfield
- Ripley
- Buxton
Questions about fire doors in Derbyshire
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 Derbyshire?
Yes, across the whole of Derbyshire, including Derby, Chesterfield, High Peak.
Who licenses HMOs in Derbyshire?
HMOs in Derbyshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Derbyshire
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Derbyshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Derbyshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Derbyshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Derbyshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Derbyshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Derbyshire
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Derbyshire
- Communal kitchen refits in Derbyshire