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 Surbiton (KT1, KT5 and KT6) 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
- KT1, KT5 and KT6
- Location
- 11 miles south-west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do fire doors in Surbiton involve?
- Signage where required
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Surbiton?
Here is what usually applies to a Surbiton job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Surbiton?
| 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 Surbiton follows a site visit.
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 Surbiton landlords need it?
We usually get the call 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 Surbiton
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.
Do you cover all of Surbiton?
Yes. We work across Surbiton and the KT1, KT5 and KT6 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include New Malden, Esher, Hampton.
Does a shared house in Surbiton 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 Surbiton?
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 Surbiton
- New Malden · 2 mi
- Esher · 3 mi
- Hampton · 3 mi
- Ewell · 4 mi
- Morden · 4 mi
- Epsom · 4 mi
- All of Greater London
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