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 Lichfield (WS13) 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
- Staffordshire, England
- Postcodes
- WS13
- Location
- 14 miles north of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do fire doors in Lichfield involve?
- Signage where required
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Installation record and photos
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Lichfield?
Here is what usually applies to a Lichfield job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Lichfield?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for West Midlands, where costs run in line with the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Lichfield follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Lichfield, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Lichfield 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 Lichfield
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 Lichfield?
Yes. We work across Lichfield and the WS13 postcode areas, plus the rest of Staffordshire. Nearby places we also cover include Burntwood, Tamworth, Aldridge.
Does a shared house in Lichfield 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 Lichfield?
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 Lichfield
- Burntwood · 4 mi
- Tamworth · 6 mi
- Aldridge · 7 mi
- Rugeley · 7 mi
- Sutton Coldfield · 8 mi
- Cannock · 9 mi
- All of Staffordshire
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- HMO fire safety upgrades in Lichfield
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Lichfield
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Lichfield
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Lichfield
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Lichfield
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Lichfield
- Full HMO refurbishment in Lichfield
- Sound insulation in Lichfield