An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. For a house in Bridgwater we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Somerset, England
- Postcodes
- TA6
- Location
- 29 miles south-west of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What do fire doors in Bridgwater involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Bridgwater?
Here is what usually applies to a Bridgwater job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Bridgwater?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £620 – £1,350 | door |
Prices in Bridgwater are shown with our regional adjustment for South West (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Bridgwater, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Bridgwater landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Bridgwater:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Bridgwater
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 cover all of Bridgwater?
Yes. We work across Bridgwater and the TA6 postcode areas, plus the rest of Somerset. Nearby places we also cover include Burnham-on-Sea, Taunton, Weston-super-Mare.
Does a shared house in Bridgwater 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 Bridgwater?
Our guide ranges for South West 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 Bridgwater
- Burnham-on-Sea · 8 mi
- Taunton · 9 mi
- Weston-super-Mare · 15 mi
- Mendip · 18 mi
- Yeovil · 21 mi
- Barry · 22 mi
- All of Somerset
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