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 Torquay 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
- Devon, England
- Postcodes
- TQ1 and TQ2
- Location
- 18 miles south of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do fire doors in Torquay involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in Torquay?
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 Torquay before we price.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Torquay?
| 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 Torquay follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Torquay landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Torquay:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Torquay
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 Torquay do you work in?
All of them, including TQ1 and TQ2, and the surrounding parts of Devon.
Does a shared house in Torquay 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 Torquay?
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 Torquay
- Paignton · 3 mi
- Newton Abbot · 6 mi
- Exmouth · 12 mi
- Heavitree · 18 mi
- Exeter · 18 mi
- Plymstock · 26 mi
- All of Devon
Other HMO services in Torquay
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Torquay
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Torquay
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Torquay
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Torquay
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Torquay
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Torquay
- Student HMO refurbishment in Torquay
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Torquay