An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Landlords in Folkestone (CT19, CT20 and CT50) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- CT19, CT20 and CT50
- Location
- 60 miles east of Brighton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Folkestone involve?
- Signage where required
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Folkestone?
Fire doors in Folkestone 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:
- 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 Folkestone?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Folkestone 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 Folkestone landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Folkestone:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Folkestone
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.
How far do you travel from Folkestone?
We cover the whole of Kent and work UK-wide. For Folkestone the nearest towns on our list are Dover (7 miles), Ashford (Kent) (13 miles), Deal (14 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Folkestone?
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 Folkestone?
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 Folkestone
- Dover · 7 mi
- Ashford (Kent) · 13 mi
- Deal · 14 mi
- Canterbury · 14 mi
- Faversham · 20 mi
- Herne Bay · 20 mi
- All of Kent
Other HMO services in Folkestone
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Folkestone
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Folkestone
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Folkestone
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Folkestone
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Folkestone
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Folkestone
- Communal kitchen refits in Folkestone
- Student HMO refurbishment in Folkestone