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 Southend-on-Sea, a place of roughly 300,000 people in Essex, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards. With students as well as working sharers renting in Southend-on-Sea, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Essex, England
- Postcodes
- SS1, SS2 and SS22
- Location
- 36 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do fire doors in Southend-on-Sea involve?
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
Which rules apply in Southend-on-Sea?
Fire doors in Southend-on-Sea must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Southend-on-Sea?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Southend-on-Sea can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Southend-on-Sea.
When do Southend-on-Sea landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Southend-on-Sea
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 Southend-on-Sea?
We cover the whole of Essex and work UK-wide. For Southend-on-Sea the nearest towns on our list are Rayleigh (6 miles), Canvey Island (6 miles), South Benfleet (7 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Southend-on-Sea?
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 Southend-on-Sea?
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 Southend-on-Sea
- Rayleigh · 6 mi
- Canvey Island · 6 mi
- South Benfleet · 7 mi
- Pitsea · 9 mi
- Wickford · 10 mi
- Basildon · 11 mi
- All of Essex
Other HMO services in Southend-on-Sea
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Southend-on-Sea
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Southend-on-Sea
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Southend-on-Sea
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Southend-on-Sea
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Southend-on-Sea
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Southend-on-Sea
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Southend-on-Sea
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Southend-on-Sea