An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Landlords in Shepherds Bush (W12) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- W12
- Location
- 4 miles west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do fire doors in Shepherds Bush involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Shepherds Bush?
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 Shepherds Bush before we price.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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 Shepherds Bush?
| 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 Shepherds Bush follows a site visit.
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 Shepherds Bush landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Shepherds Bush:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Shepherds Bush
Can I just add strips to an old door?
Only if the door itself is capable of the rating, which most standard internal doors are not. A certified door set is usually the reliable route.
Do you cover all of Shepherds Bush?
Yes. We work across Shepherds Bush and the W12 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Notting Hill, Chiswick, Fulham.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Shepherds Bush?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do fire doors cost in Shepherds Bush?
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 Shepherds Bush
- Notting Hill · 1 mi
- Chiswick · 2 mi
- Fulham · 2 mi
- Willesden · 2 mi
- Acton · 2 mi
- Barnes · 2 mi
- All of Greater London
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