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 Eccles, a town of about 37,000 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
- M6, M17, M30 and M50
- Location
- 4 miles west of Manchester
- Council
- Salford City Council
- Pricing region
- North West
What do fire doors in Eccles involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Eccles?
Here is what usually applies to a Eccles 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.
Salford City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 covers the whole city except Boothstown & Ellenbrook, Cadishead & Lower Irlam and Higher Irlam & Peel Green wards, from 17 Nov 2024 (earlier areas from 2018). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | New scheme from 24 Nov 2026 The small-HMO scheme ended on 19 Jul 2026. A new city-wide scheme for converted blocks of flats (section 257 HMOs) only runs from 24 Nov 2026 to 24 Nov 2031. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Two schemes: Eccles/Barton/Winton areas 1 Sep 2022-31 Aug 2027; Broughton, Kersal & Broughton Park 21 Jan 2026-20 Jan 2031. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Eccles before you buy or start work. Source: Salford City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do fire doors cost in Eccles?
| 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 Eccles 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 Eccles, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Eccles landlords need it?
Landlords in Eccles most often ask us for this when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Eccles
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Which postcodes in Eccles do you work in?
All of them, including M6, M17, M30 and M50, and the surrounding parts of Greater Manchester.
Which council covers HMOs in Eccles?
Eccles is covered by Salford City Council. 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 Eccles?
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 Eccles
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