An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. In Letchworth Garden City, a town of about 34,000 people in Hertfordshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Hertfordshire, England
- Postcodes
- SG6 and SG7
- Location
- 21 miles south-west of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do fire doors in Letchworth Garden City involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Signage where required
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
Which rules apply in Letchworth Garden City?
Here is what usually applies to a Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £640 – £1,400 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Letchworth Garden City can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Letchworth Garden City landlords need it?
Landlords in Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City
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.
Which postcodes in Letchworth Garden City do you work in?
All of them, including SG6 and SG7, and the surrounding parts of Hertfordshire.
Does a shared house in Letchworth Garden City 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 Letchworth Garden City?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Letchworth Garden City
- Hitchin · 3 mi
- Stevenage · 5 mi
- Luton · 11 mi
- Ampthill · 12 mi
- Welwyn Garden City · 12 mi
- Harpenden · 13 mi
- All of Hertfordshire
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