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 Archway 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
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- N19
- Location
- 4 miles north of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do fire doors in Archway involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Installation record and photos
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
Which rules apply in Archway?
Here is what usually applies to a Archway job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Archway?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £770 – £1,650 | door |
Prices in Archway are shown with our regional adjustment for London (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Archway, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Archway landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Archway:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Archway
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 Archway?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Archway the nearest towns on our list are Holloway (1 miles), Muswell Hill (2 miles), Chalk Farm (2 miles).
Does a shared house in Archway 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 Archway?
Our guide ranges for London 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 Archway
- Holloway · 1 mi
- Muswell Hill · 2 mi
- Chalk Farm · 2 mi
- Camden Town · 2 mi
- Highbury · 2 mi
- Wood Green · 2 mi
- All of Greater London
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