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 Mendip 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
- BA5
- Location
- 15 miles south of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What do fire doors in Mendip involve?
- Signage where required
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
Which rules apply in Mendip?
Here is what usually applies to a Mendip job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do fire doors cost in Mendip?
| 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 |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Mendip can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Mendip, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Mendip landlords need it?
Landlords in Mendip most often ask us for this when:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Mendip
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
How far do you travel from Mendip?
We cover the whole of Somerset and work UK-wide. For Mendip the nearest towns on our list are Frome (13 miles), Nailsea (15 miles), Bath (15 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Mendip?
With the local council for the address. 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 Mendip?
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 Mendip
- Frome · 13 mi
- Nailsea · 15 mi
- Bath · 15 mi
- Bristol · 15 mi
- Kingswood · 16 mi
- Burnham-on-Sea · 16 mi
- All of Somerset
Other HMO services in Mendip
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Mendip
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Mendip
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Mendip
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Mendip
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Mendip
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Mendip
- Communal kitchen refits in Mendip
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Mendip