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 Stamford 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
- Lincolnshire, England
- Postcodes
- PE9
- Location
- 11 miles north-west of Peterborough
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do fire doors in Stamford involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Signage where required
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
Which rules apply in Stamford?
Here is what usually applies to a Stamford job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Stamford?
| 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 |
Prices in Stamford are shown with our regional adjustment for East Midlands (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Stamford landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Stamford:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Stamford
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.
Which postcodes in Stamford do you work in?
All of them, including PE9, and the surrounding parts of Lincolnshire.
Does a shared house in Stamford 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 Stamford?
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 Stamford
- Peterborough · 11 mi
- Corby · 14 mi
- Spalding · 17 mi
- Melton Mowbray · 19 mi
- Grantham · 19 mi
- Kettering · 20 mi
- All of Lincolnshire
Other HMO services in Stamford
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Stamford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Stamford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Stamford
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Stamford
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Stamford
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Stamford
- Student HMO refurbishment in Stamford
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Stamford