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 Gillingham 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
- ME7
- Location
- 30 miles east of London
- Council
- Medway Council
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Gillingham involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Signage where required
- Installation record and photos
Which rules apply in Gillingham?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Gillingham before we price.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
Medway Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 Direction for seven wards (Chatham Central & Brompton, Fort Pitt, Gillingham North/South, Luton, Strood North & Frindsbury, Watling), approved 16 Dec 2025, in force Jan 2026. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | Approved, starts 4 Jan 2027 Six wards (Chatham Central & Brompton, Fort Pitt, Gillingham North and South, Luton, Watling), 4 Jan 2027 to 3 Jan 2032. |
| Selective licensing | Approved, starts 4 Jan 2027 Seven wards (as additional licensing plus Strood North & Frindsbury), 4 Jan 2027 to 3 Jan 2032. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Gillingham before you buy or start work. Source: Medway Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do fire doors cost in Gillingham?
| 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 Gillingham can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Gillingham, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Gillingham landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Gillingham
What is an FD30S door?
A fire door tested to resist fire for about 30 minutes, with smoke seals (the S). It needs the right frame and fitting to work.
How far do you travel from Gillingham?
We cover the whole of Kent and work UK-wide. For Gillingham the nearest towns on our list are Chatham (1 miles), Rochester (2 miles), Strood (3 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Gillingham?
Gillingham is covered by Medway Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do fire doors cost in Gillingham?
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 Gillingham
- Chatham · 1 mi
- Rochester · 2 mi
- Strood · 3 mi
- Gravesend · 8 mi
- Maidstone · 9 mi
- Sittingbourne · 9 mi
- All of Kent
Other HMO services in Gillingham
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Gillingham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Gillingham
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Gillingham
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Gillingham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Gillingham
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Gillingham
- Full HMO refurbishment in Gillingham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Gillingham