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 Gravesend, a town of around 55,000 people in Kent, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Kent, England
- Postcodes
- DA11 and DA12
- Location
- 22 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Gravesend involve?
- Signage where required
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Installation record and photos
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Gravesend?
Fire doors in Gravesend 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:
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Gravesend?
| 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 Gravesend follows a site visit.
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 Gravesend landlords need it?
Landlords in Gravesend most often ask us for this when:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Gravesend
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Do you cover all of Gravesend?
Yes. We work across Gravesend and the DA11 and DA12 postcode areas, plus the rest of Kent. Nearby places we also cover include Grays, Strood, South Ockendon.
Does a shared house in Gravesend 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 Gravesend?
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 Gravesend
- Grays · 3 mi
- Strood · 6 mi
- South Ockendon · 6 mi
- Stanford-le-Hope · 6 mi
- Dartford · 7 mi
- Rochester · 7 mi
- All of Kent
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