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 Oadby 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
- Leicestershire, England
- Postcodes
- LE2
- Location
- 3 miles south-east of Leicester
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do fire doors in Oadby involve?
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in Oadby?
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 Oadby before we price.
- 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.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Oadby?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for East Midlands, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Oadby 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 Oadby landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Oadby
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Which postcodes in Oadby do you work in?
All of them, including LE2, and the surrounding parts of Leicestershire.
Does a shared house in Oadby 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 Oadby?
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 Oadby
- Wigston Magna · 2 mi
- Leicester · 3 mi
- Market Harborough · 11 mi
- Loughborough · 12 mi
- Hinckley · 13 mi
- Melton Mowbray · 14 mi
- All of Leicestershire
Other HMO services in Oadby
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- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Oadby
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Oadby
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Oadby
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Oadby
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Oadby
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Oadby
- EPC and energy upgrades in Oadby