In short: An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Across Lancashire, the work is planned around England’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- North West
- Postcode areas
- PR, BB, LA, FY
- Main towns
- Preston, Burnley, Blackburn, Blackpool, Fylde
What do fire doors in Lancashire involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Installation record and photos
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Lancashire?
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
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 Lancashire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £580 – £1,250 | door |
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Fire doors by town in Lancashire
- Preston
- Burnley
- Blackburn
- Blackpool
- Fylde
- Rossendale
- Morecambe
- Lancaster
- Lytham St Annes
- Skelmersdale
- Leyland
- Accrington
- Chorley
- Darwen
- Thornton-Cleveleys
- Nelson (Lancashire)
- Fleetwood
- Ormskirk
- Rawtenstall
- Colne
Questions about fire doors in Lancashire
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.
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 carry out fire doors across Lancashire?
Yes, across the whole of Lancashire, including Preston, Burnley, Blackburn.
Who licenses HMOs in Lancashire?
HMOs in Lancashire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Lancashire
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Lancashire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Lancashire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Lancashire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Lancashire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Lancashire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Lancashire
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Lancashire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Lancashire