An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Landlords in Bicester (OX6, OX25, OX26 and OX27) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Oxfordshire, England
- Postcodes
- OX6, OX25, OX26 and OX27
- Location
- 11 miles north-east of Oxford
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Bicester involve?
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in Bicester?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Bicester before we price.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Bicester?
| 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 |
Prices in Bicester are shown with our regional adjustment for South East (above 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 Bicester landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Bicester:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Bicester
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 Bicester?
Yes. We work across Bicester and the OX6, OX25, OX26 and OX27 postcode areas, plus the rest of Oxfordshire. Nearby places we also cover include Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury.
Does a shared house in Bicester 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 Bicester?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Bicester
- Oxford · 11 mi
- Banbury · 14 mi
- Aylesbury · 16 mi
- Witney · 16 mi
- Abingdon · 17 mi
- Bletchley · 19 mi
- All of Oxfordshire
Other HMO services in Bicester
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Bicester
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Bicester
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Bicester
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Bicester
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Bicester
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Bicester
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Bicester
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Bicester