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. In Rutland we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
- Postcode areas
- LE, PE
What do fire doors in Rutland involve?
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
Which rules apply in Rutland?
- 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.
- 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 Rutland?
| 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 |
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Questions about fire doors in Rutland
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 record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Do you carry out fire doors across Rutland?
Yes, across the whole of Rutland.
Who licenses HMOs in Rutland?
HMOs in Rutland 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 Rutland
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Rutland
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Rutland
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Rutland
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Rutland
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Rutland
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Rutland
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Rutland
- House to HMO conversion in Rutland