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 Ashton-under-Lyne, a town of around 45,000 people in Greater Manchester, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- OL6, OL7, SK15 and SK16
- Location
- 6 miles east of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do fire doors in Ashton-under-Lyne involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Installation record and photos
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Ashton-under-Lyne?
Fire doors in Ashton-under-Lyne 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.
- 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 Ashton-under-Lyne?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £580 – £1,250 | door |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for North West, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne landlords need it?
Landlords in Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne
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 Ashton-under-Lyne?
We cover the whole of Greater Manchester and work UK-wide. For Ashton-under-Lyne the nearest towns on our list are Dukinfield (1 miles), Stalybridge (2 miles), Droylsden (2 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Ashton-under-Lyne?
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 Ashton-under-Lyne?
Our guide ranges for North West 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 Ashton-under-Lyne
- Dukinfield · 1 mi
- Stalybridge · 2 mi
- Droylsden · 2 mi
- Denton · 2 mi
- Hyde · 3 mi
- Failsworth · 3 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Ashton-under-Lyne
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Ashton-under-Lyne
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Ashton-under-Lyne
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Ashton-under-Lyne
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Ashton-under-Lyne
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Ashton-under-Lyne
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Ashton-under-Lyne
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Ashton-under-Lyne
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Ashton-under-Lyne