An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Northampton is 29 miles east of Coventry. 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. With students as well as working sharers renting in Northampton, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN1, NN2 and NN5
- Location
- 29 miles east of Coventry
- Council
- West Northamptonshire Council
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do fire doors in Northampton involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Signage where required
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
Which rules apply in Northampton?
Fire doors in Northampton must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
West Northamptonshire Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 directions cover several areas of Northampton (from 2011 onwards). |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in 20 wards across Northampton and Daventry 24 Feb 2025-23 Feb 2030 (replaced 2020-2025 scheme). |
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Northampton before you buy or start work. Source: West Northamptonshire Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do fire doors cost in Northampton?
| 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 Northampton follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Northampton, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
For student houses in Northampton, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Northampton landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Northampton:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Northampton
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
Which postcodes in Northampton do you work in?
All of them, including NN1, NN2 and NN5, and the surrounding parts of Northamptonshire.
Which council covers HMOs in Northampton?
Northampton is covered by West Northamptonshire 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 Northampton?
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 Northampton
- Wellingborough · 9 mi
- Daventry · 12 mi
- Rushden · 12 mi
- Kettering · 12 mi
- Milton Keynes · 15 mi
- Market Harborough · 16 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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