An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Landlords in Paignton (TQ3) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Devon, England
- Postcodes
- TQ3
- Location
- 20 miles south of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do fire doors in Paignton involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Installation record and photos
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Paignton?
Here is what usually applies to a Paignton job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Paignton?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South West, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Paignton follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Paignton, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Paignton 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 Paignton
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
How far do you travel from Paignton?
We cover the whole of Devon and work UK-wide. For Paignton the nearest towns on our list are Torquay (3 miles), Newton Abbot (7 miles), Exmouth (14 miles).
Does a shared house in Paignton need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do fire doors cost in Paignton?
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 Paignton
- Torquay · 3 mi
- Newton Abbot · 7 mi
- Exmouth · 14 mi
- Heavitree · 20 mi
- Exeter · 20 mi
- Plymstock · 24 mi
- All of Devon
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- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Paignton
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