An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Thornaby-on-Tees is 33 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne. We price fire doors there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- North Yorkshire, England
- Postcodes
- TS8, TS15 and TS17
- Location
- 33 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- Yorkshire and the Humber
What do fire doors in Thornaby-on-Tees involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Installation record and photos
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Thornaby-on-Tees?
Here is what usually applies to a Thornaby-on-Tees job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Thornaby-on-Tees?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £570 – £1,250 | door |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for Yorkshire and the Humber, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Thornaby-on-Tees 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 Thornaby-on-Tees landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Thornaby-on-Tees:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Thornaby-on-Tees
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.
How far do you travel from Thornaby-on-Tees?
We cover the whole of North Yorkshire and work UK-wide. For Thornaby-on-Tees the nearest towns on our list are Stockton-on-Tees (3 miles), Billingham (4 miles), Middlesbrough (4 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Thornaby-on-Tees?
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 Thornaby-on-Tees?
Our guide ranges for Yorkshire and the Humber 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 Thornaby-on-Tees
- Stockton-on-Tees · 3 mi
- Billingham · 4 mi
- Middlesbrough · 4 mi
- Darlington · 10 mi
- Hartlepool · 11 mi
- Redcar · 11 mi
- All of North Yorkshire
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- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Thornaby-on-Tees
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Thornaby-on-Tees
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Thornaby-on-Tees
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Thornaby-on-Tees
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Thornaby-on-Tees
- Full HMO refurbishment in Thornaby-on-Tees
- Communal kitchen refits in Thornaby-on-Tees