In short: An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Across Gwynedd, the work is planned around Wales’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- LL, SY
- Main towns
- Bangor (Gwynedd)
What do fire doors in Gwynedd involve?
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Signage where required
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Gwynedd?
- Council HMO standards and the fire risk assessment set detection, fire doors and escape routes.
- Councils such as Cardiff and Swansea run additional licensing for HMOs outside the mandatory scheme.
- Landlords must register with Rent Smart Wales, and those who manage their own lets need a Rent Smart Wales licence.
Welsh councils set their own HMO standards and may run additional licensing. In Wales, changing a house to a C4 HMO always needs planning permission, so check planning first.
How much do fire doors cost in Gwynedd?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £560 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £560 – £1,200 | door |
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Fire doors by town in Gwynedd
Questions about fire doors in Gwynedd
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Do you carry out fire doors across Gwynedd?
Yes, across the whole of Gwynedd, including Bangor (Gwynedd).
Who licenses HMOs in Gwynedd?
Gwynedd council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Gwynedd
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Gwynedd
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Gwynedd
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Gwynedd
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Gwynedd
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Gwynedd
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Gwynedd
- Full HMO refurbishment in Gwynedd
- Ensuite installation in Gwynedd