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 Oldham 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
- OL1, OL2, OL8 and OL9
- Location
- 6 miles north-east of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do fire doors in Oldham involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Installation record and photos
Which rules apply in Oldham?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Oldham before we price.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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 Oldham?
| 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 Oldham 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 Oldham landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Oldham
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 Oldham do you work in?
All of them, including OL1, OL2, OL8 and OL9, and the surrounding parts of Greater Manchester.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Oldham?
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 Oldham?
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 Oldham
- Chadderton · 1 mi
- Royton · 2 mi
- Failsworth · 3 mi
- Middleton · 3 mi
- Ashton-under-Lyne · 4 mi
- Droylsden · 4 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Oldham
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Oldham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Oldham
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Oldham
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Oldham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Oldham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Oldham
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Oldham
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Oldham