In short: An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Across Northamptonshire, the work is planned around England’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
- Postcode areas
- NN, PE, OX, LE
- Main towns
- Northampton, Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough, Rushden
What do fire doors in Northamptonshire involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
Which rules apply in Northamptonshire?
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
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 Northamptonshire?
| 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 |
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Fire doors by town in Northamptonshire
Questions about fire doors in Northamptonshire
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
Do you carry out fire doors across Northamptonshire?
Yes, across the whole of Northamptonshire, including Northampton, Corby, Kettering.
Who licenses HMOs in Northamptonshire?
HMOs in Northamptonshire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Northamptonshire
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Northamptonshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Northamptonshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Northamptonshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Northamptonshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Northamptonshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Northamptonshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Northamptonshire
- Sound insulation in Northamptonshire