An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. For a house in Old Trafford we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- M16, M17, M32 and M50
- Location
- 3 miles south-west of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do fire doors in Old Trafford involve?
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Installation record and photos
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Old Trafford?
Here is what usually applies to a Old Trafford 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 Old Trafford?
| 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 Old Trafford 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 Old Trafford landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Old Trafford
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 Old Trafford?
Yes. We work across Old Trafford and the M16, M17, M32 and M50 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater Manchester. Nearby places we also cover include Stretford, Salford, Eccles.
Does a shared house in Old Trafford 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 Old Trafford?
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 Old Trafford
- Stretford · 1 mi
- Salford · 2 mi
- Eccles · 3 mi
- Manchester · 3 mi
- Sale · 3 mi
- Urmston · 3 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
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