An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Exeter is 36 miles north-east of Plymouth. 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. Exeter has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Devon, England
- Postcodes
- EX2 and EX4
- Location
- 36 miles north-east of Plymouth
- Council
- Exeter City Council
- Pricing region
- South West
What do fire doors in Exeter involve?
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Installation record and photos
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Exeter?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Exeter before we price.
- 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.
Exeter City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area New, larger Article 4 Direction (around the city centre and university) confirmed 28 Mar 2024, in effect 23 Dec 2024, replacing the 2010 direction. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | No scheme found |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Exeter before you buy or start work. Source: Exeter City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do fire doors cost in Exeter?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £620 – £1,350 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Exeter 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 Exeter, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Exeter.
When do Exeter landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Exeter:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Exeter
Can I just add strips to an old door?
Only if the door itself is capable of the rating, which most standard internal doors are not. A certified door set is usually the reliable route.
Which postcodes in Exeter do you work in?
All of them, including EX2 and EX4, and the surrounding parts of Devon.
Which council covers HMOs in Exeter?
Exeter is covered by Exeter City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do fire doors cost in Exeter?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Exeter
- Heavitree · 1 mi
- Exmouth · 9 mi
- Tiverton · 12 mi
- Newton Abbot · 14 mi
- Torquay · 18 mi
- Paignton · 20 mi
- All of Devon
Other HMO services in Exeter
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Exeter
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Exeter
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Exeter
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Exeter
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Exeter
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Exeter
- House to HMO conversion in Exeter
- Sound insulation in Exeter