An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Leigh is 12 miles west of Manchester. 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 Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- M46 and WN7
- Location
- 12 miles west of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do fire doors in Leigh involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in Leigh?
Fire doors in Leigh 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 Leigh?
| 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 |
Prices in Leigh are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Leigh landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Leigh:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Leigh
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.
How far do you travel from Leigh?
We cover the whole of Greater Manchester and work UK-wide. For Leigh the nearest towns on our list are Atherton (2 miles), Tyldesley (2 miles), Golborne (3 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Leigh?
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 Leigh?
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 Leigh
- Atherton · 2 mi
- Tyldesley · 2 mi
- Golborne · 3 mi
- Westhoughton · 4 mi
- Hindley · 4 mi
- Newton-le-Willows · 5 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Leigh
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Leigh
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Leigh
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Leigh
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Leigh
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Leigh
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Leigh
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Leigh
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Leigh