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 Oxfordshire, the work is planned around England’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South East
- Postcode areas
- OX, RG, SN, GL
- Main towns
- Oxford, Banbury, Abingdon, Bicester, Didcot
What do fire doors in Oxfordshire involve?
- Signage where required
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Installation record and photos
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Oxfordshire?
- 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.
- 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 Oxfordshire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £670 – £1,450 | 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 Oxfordshire
Questions about fire doors in Oxfordshire
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
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 carry out fire doors across Oxfordshire?
Yes, across the whole of Oxfordshire, including Oxford, Banbury, Abingdon.
Who licenses HMOs in Oxfordshire?
HMOs in Oxfordshire 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 Oxfordshire
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Oxfordshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Oxfordshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Oxfordshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Oxfordshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Oxfordshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Oxfordshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Oxfordshire
- EPC and energy upgrades in Oxfordshire