An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Catford is 6 miles south-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
- SE6 and SE23
- Location
- 6 miles south-east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Lewisham
- Pricing region
- London
What do fire doors in Catford involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Catford?
Here is what usually applies to a Catford 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.
London Borough of Lewisham: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Direction for southern wards from 2020, extended to the rest of the borough from 2024. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing 5 Apr 2022-4 Apr 2027. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in 18 of 19 wards (excludes Telegraph Hill and parts of Blackheath) from 1 Jul 2024 to 30 Jun 2029. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Catford before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Lewisham HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do fire doors cost in Catford?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Catford follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Catford, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Catford landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Catford
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
How far do you travel from Catford?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Catford the nearest towns on our list are Blackheath (2 miles), Greenwich (2 miles), Beckenham (3 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Catford?
Catford is covered by London Borough of Lewisham. 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 Catford?
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 Catford
- Blackheath · 2 mi
- Greenwich · 2 mi
- Beckenham · 3 mi
- Peckham · 3 mi
- Eltham · 3 mi
- Brixton · 4 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Catford
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Catford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Catford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Catford
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Catford
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- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Catford
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Catford
- Full HMO refurbishment in Catford