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 Bury St Edmunds 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
- Suffolk, England
- Postcodes
- IP29, IP32 and IP33
- Location
- 25 miles east of Cambridge
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do fire doors in Bury St Edmunds involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Signage where required
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
Which rules apply in Bury St Edmunds?
Here is what usually applies to a Bury St Edmunds 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.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- 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 Bury St Edmunds?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £320 – £640 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £640 – £1,400 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Bury St Edmunds 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.
When do Bury St Edmunds landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Bury St Edmunds:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Bury St Edmunds
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.
Which postcodes in Bury St Edmunds do you work in?
All of them, including IP29, IP32 and IP33, and the surrounding parts of Suffolk.
Does a shared house in Bury St Edmunds 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 Bury St Edmunds?
Our guide ranges for East of England 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.
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