An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Bow is 5 miles east of London. We price fire doors there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- E3
- Location
- 5 miles east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Tower Hamlets
- Pricing region
- London
What do fire doors in Bow involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Signage where required
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Bow?
Fire doors in Bow 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.
- 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.
London Borough of Tower Hamlets: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 2021. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing 1 Apr 2024-31 Mar 2029. |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Bow before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Tower Hamlets HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do fire doors cost in Bow?
| 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 Bow 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?
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 Bow 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 Bow
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 Bow?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Bow the nearest towns on our list are Stratford (1 miles), Canary Wharf (1 miles), Canning Town (2 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Bow?
Bow is covered by London Borough of Tower Hamlets. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do fire doors cost in Bow?
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 Bow
- Stratford · 1 mi
- Canary Wharf · 1 mi
- Canning Town · 2 mi
- Leytonstone · 3 mi
- Greenwich · 3 mi
- Islington · 4 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Bow
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Bow
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Bow
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Bow
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bow
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Bow
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bow
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Bow
- Extensions for extra rooms in Bow