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 Yate, a town of about 24,000 people in Gloucestershire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Gloucestershire, England
- Postcodes
- BS37
- Location
- 10 miles north-east of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What do fire doors in Yate involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
Which rules apply in Yate?
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 Yate before we price.
- 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.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Yate?
| 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 Yate 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.
When do Yate landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Yate
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 Yate do you work in?
All of them, including BS37, and the surrounding parts of Gloucestershire.
Does a shared house in Yate 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 Yate?
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 Yate
- Mangotsfield · 5 mi
- Kingswood · 7 mi
- Bristol · 10 mi
- Bath · 12 mi
- Chippenham · 14 mi
- Portishead · 16 mi
- All of Gloucestershire
Other HMO services in Yate
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Yate
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Yate
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Yate
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Yate
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Yate
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Yate
- Full HMO refurbishment in Yate
- Sound insulation in Yate