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 Norwich we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately. Norwich has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Norfolk, England
- Postcodes
- NR1, NR2 and NR3
- Location
- 58 miles north-east of Cambridge
- Council
- Norwich City Council
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do fire doors in Norwich involve?
- Signage where required
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Norwich?
Here is what usually applies to a Norwich 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.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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.
Norwich City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | Not confirmed: check with the council |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | No scheme found |
| Selective licensing | Not confirmed: check with the council |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Norwich before you buy or start work. Source: Norwich City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do fire doors cost in Norwich?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £640 – £1,400 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Norwich 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 Norwich, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Norwich.
When do Norwich landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Norwich
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
How far do you travel from Norwich?
We cover the whole of Norfolk and work UK-wide. For Norwich the nearest towns on our list are Bowthorpe (3 miles), Great Yarmouth (18 miles), Lowestoft (22 miles).
Which council covers HMOs in Norwich?
Norwich is covered by Norwich City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do fire doors cost in Norwich?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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 Norwich
- Bowthorpe · 3 mi
- Great Yarmouth · 18 mi
- Lowestoft · 22 mi
- Thetford · 27 mi
- Stowmarket · 33 mi
- Bury St Edmunds · 36 mi
- All of Norfolk
Other HMO services in Norwich
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Norwich
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Norwich
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Norwich
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Norwich
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Norwich
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Norwich
- Student HMO refurbishment in Norwich
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Norwich