An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Fareham is 10 miles east of Southampton. 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
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- PO13 and PO16
- Location
- 10 miles east of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Fareham involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Installation record and photos
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
Which rules apply in Fareham?
Here is what usually applies to a Fareham job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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 Fareham?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £670 – £1,450 | door |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South East, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Fareham 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 Fareham landlords need it?
Landlords in Fareham most often ask us for this 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 Fareham
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 Fareham do you work in?
All of them, including PO13 and PO16, and the surrounding parts of Hampshire.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Fareham?
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 Fareham?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Fareham
- Gosport · 4 mi
- Portsmouth · 5 mi
- Waterlooville · 7 mi
- Cowes · 8 mi
- Ryde · 8 mi
- Havant · 8 mi
- All of Hampshire
Other HMO services in Fareham
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Fareham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Fareham
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Fareham
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Fareham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Fareham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Fareham
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Fareham
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Fareham