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 Blackheath, a town of about 25,000 people in Greater London, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- SE3 and SE13
- Location
- 6 miles south-east of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do fire doors in Blackheath involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Blackheath?
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 Blackheath before we price.
- 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 Blackheath?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Blackheath 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 Blackheath landlords need it?
Landlords in Blackheath most often ask us for this 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 Blackheath
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 Blackheath?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Blackheath the nearest towns on our list are Greenwich (1 miles), Catford (2 miles), Eltham (2 miles).
Does a shared house in Blackheath 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 Blackheath?
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 Blackheath
- Greenwich · 1 mi
- Catford · 2 mi
- Eltham · 2 mi
- Canary Wharf · 3 mi
- Peckham · 3 mi
- Canning Town · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Blackheath