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 Swadlincote we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Derbyshire, England
- Postcodes
- DE11
- Location
- 20 miles north-west of Leicester
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do fire doors in Swadlincote involve?
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Signage where required
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Swadlincote?
Here is what usually applies to a Swadlincote job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Swadlincote?
| 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 |
Prices in Swadlincote are shown with our regional adjustment for East Midlands (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 Swadlincote landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Swadlincote
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.
Which postcodes in Swadlincote do you work in?
All of them, including DE11, and the surrounding parts of Derbyshire.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Swadlincote?
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 Swadlincote?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Swadlincote
- Burton upon Trent · 4 mi
- Coalville · 9 mi
- Derby · 11 mi
- Tamworth · 11 mi
- Lichfield · 13 mi
- Long Eaton · 15 mi
- All of Derbyshire
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