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 Hinckley (LE10) 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
- Leicestershire, England
- Postcodes
- LE10
- Location
- 11 miles north-east of Coventry
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do fire doors in Hinckley involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
Which rules apply in Hinckley?
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 Hinckley before we price.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do fire doors cost in Hinckley?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Hinckley 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 Hinckley, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Hinckley landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Hinckley:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Hinckley
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 Hinckley?
We cover the whole of Leicestershire and work UK-wide. For Hinckley the nearest towns on our list are Nuneaton (4 miles), Bedworth (6 miles), Coventry (11 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Hinckley?
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 Hinckley?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Hinckley
- Nuneaton · 4 mi
- Bedworth · 6 mi
- Coventry · 11 mi
- Wigston Magna · 12 mi
- Leicester · 12 mi
- Rugby · 13 mi
- All of Leicestershire
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