An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. In Wellingborough, a town of around 55,000 people in Northamptonshire, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN8, NN9 and NN29
- Location
- 27 miles south-west of Peterborough
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do fire doors in Wellingborough involve?
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Wellingborough?
Fire doors in Wellingborough 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:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Wellingborough?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Wellingborough can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Wellingborough landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Wellingborough:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Wellingborough
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.
Do you cover all of Wellingborough?
Yes. We work across Wellingborough and the NN8, NN9 and NN29 postcode areas, plus the rest of Northamptonshire. Nearby places we also cover include Rushden, Kettering, Northampton.
Does a shared house in Wellingborough 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 Wellingborough?
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 Wellingborough
- Rushden · 4 mi
- Kettering · 7 mi
- Northampton · 9 mi
- Corby · 13 mi
- Bedford · 15 mi
- Market Harborough · 15 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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