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 Dartford 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
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- DA1 and DA2
- Location
- 15 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Dartford involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Signage where required
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Dartford?
Here is what usually applies to a Dartford job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Dartford?
| 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 Dartford follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Dartford, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Dartford landlords need it?
Landlords in Dartford 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 Dartford
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 Dartford?
Yes. We work across Dartford and the DA1 and DA2 postcode areas, plus the rest of Kent. Nearby places we also cover include Bexley, Swanley, Welling.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Dartford?
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 Dartford?
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 Dartford
- Bexley · 3 mi
- Swanley · 4 mi
- Welling · 5 mi
- South Ockendon · 5 mi
- Grays · 5 mi
- Thamesmead · 6 mi
- All of Kent
Other HMO services in Dartford
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Dartford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Dartford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Dartford
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dartford
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Dartford
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Dartford
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Dartford
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Dartford