An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Ashington is 14 miles north 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
- Northumberland, England
- Postcodes
- NE62 and NE63
- Location
- 14 miles north of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do fire doors in Ashington involve?
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
Which rules apply in Ashington?
Fire doors in Ashington 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Ashington?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £550 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £550 – £1,200 | door |
Prices in Ashington are shown with our regional adjustment for North East (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Allow 1–3 working days on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Ashington landlords need it?
Landlords in Ashington most often ask us for this 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 Ashington
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 cover all of Ashington?
Yes. We work across Ashington and the NE62 and NE63 postcode areas, plus the rest of Northumberland. Nearby places we also cover include Blyth, Cramlington, Whitley Bay.
Does a shared house in Ashington 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 Ashington?
Our guide ranges for North East 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 Ashington
- Blyth · 4 mi
- Cramlington · 6 mi
- Whitley Bay · 11 mi
- North Shields · 12 mi
- Tynemouth · 12 mi
- Gosforth · 12 mi
- All of Northumberland
Other HMO services in Ashington
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Ashington
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Ashington
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Ashington
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Ashington
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Ashington
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Ashington
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Ashington
- Full HMO refurbishment in Ashington