An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Shrewsbury is 31 miles south-west of Stoke-on-Trent. 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. Shrewsbury has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- Shropshire, England
- Postcodes
- SY1, SY2 and SY3
- Location
- 31 miles south-west of Stoke-on-Trent
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do fire doors in Shrewsbury involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Signage where required
- Installation record and photos
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Shrewsbury?
Fire doors in Shrewsbury 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:
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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 Shrewsbury?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £600 – £1,300 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Shrewsbury can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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.
If the house is let to students, we work backwards from the next tenancy start date in Shrewsbury.
When do Shrewsbury landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Shrewsbury
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.
How far do you travel from Shrewsbury?
We cover the whole of Shropshire and work UK-wide. For Shrewsbury the nearest towns on our list are Wellington (10 miles), Telford (13 miles), Loughton (21 miles).
Does a shared house in Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury?
Our guide ranges for West 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 Shrewsbury
- Wellington · 10 mi
- Telford · 13 mi
- Loughton · 21 mi
- Rhosllannerchrugog · 24 mi
- Wrexham · 25 mi
- Stafford · 27 mi
- All of Shropshire
Other HMO services in Shrewsbury
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Shrewsbury
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Shrewsbury
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Shrewsbury
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Shrewsbury
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Shrewsbury
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Shrewsbury
- Full HMO refurbishment in Shrewsbury
- Extensions for extra rooms in Shrewsbury