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 Stevenage 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
- Hertfordshire, England
- Postcodes
- SG1 and SG4
- Location
- 25 miles south-west of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do fire doors in Stevenage involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
Which rules apply in Stevenage?
Fire doors in Stevenage must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do fire doors cost in Stevenage?
| 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 Stevenage can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Stevenage landlords need it?
Landlords in Stevenage most often ask us for this when:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Stevenage
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 cover all of Stevenage?
Yes. We work across Stevenage and the SG1 and SG4 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hertfordshire. Nearby places we also cover include Hitchin, Letchworth Garden City, Welwyn Garden City.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Stevenage?
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 Stevenage?
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 Stevenage
- Hitchin · 5 mi
- Letchworth Garden City · 5 mi
- Welwyn Garden City · 7 mi
- Harpenden · 9 mi
- Hertford · 9 mi
- Luton · 9 mi
- All of Hertfordshire
Other HMO services in Stevenage
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Stevenage
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Stevenage
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Stevenage
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stevenage
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Stevenage
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Stevenage
- Extensions for extra rooms in Stevenage
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Stevenage