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 Kingswood 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
- Gloucestershire, England
- Postcodes
- BS15 and BS30
- Location
- 4 miles east of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What do fire doors in Kingswood involve?
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Installation record and photos
- Signage where required
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
Which rules apply in Kingswood?
Here is what usually applies to a Kingswood job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Kingswood?
| 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 Kingswood can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Kingswood landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Kingswood
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 Kingswood do you work in?
All of them, including BS15 and BS30, and the surrounding parts of Gloucestershire.
Does a shared house in Kingswood 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 Kingswood?
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 Kingswood
- Mangotsfield · 2 mi
- Bristol · 4 mi
- Yate · 7 mi
- Bath · 8 mi
- Nailsea · 11 mi
- Portishead · 11 mi
- All of Gloucestershire
Other HMO services in Kingswood
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Kingswood
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Kingswood
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Kingswood
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Kingswood
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Kingswood
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Kingswood
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Kingswood
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Kingswood