An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. In Billericay, a town of about 36,000 people in Essex, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Essex, England
- Postcodes
- CM11
- Location
- 25 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do fire doors in Billericay involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Billericay?
Here is what usually applies to a Billericay job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do fire doors cost in Billericay?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £640 – £1,400 | door |
Prices in Billericay are shown with our regional adjustment for East of England (above 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 Billericay landlords need it?
Landlords in Billericay most often ask us for this when:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Billericay
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.
How far do you travel from Billericay?
We cover the whole of Essex and work UK-wide. For Billericay the nearest towns on our list are Basildon (4 miles), Wickford (5 miles), Brentwood (5 miles).
Does a shared house in Billericay 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 Billericay?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Billericay
- Basildon · 4 mi
- Wickford · 5 mi
- Brentwood · 5 mi
- Pitsea · 6 mi
- Stanford-le-Hope · 7 mi
- Chelmsford · 8 mi
- All of Essex
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- Fire alarm and detection systems in Billericay
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Billericay
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