An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Lowestoft is 22 miles south-east of Norwich. 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.
- Area
- Suffolk, England
- Postcodes
- NR32 and NR33
- Location
- 22 miles south-east of Norwich
- Pricing region
- East of England
What do fire doors in Lowestoft involve?
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Signage where required
- Installation record and photos
Which rules apply in Lowestoft?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Lowestoft before we price.
- 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 Lowestoft?
| 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 Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Lowestoft:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Lowestoft
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 Lowestoft?
We cover the whole of Suffolk and work UK-wide. For Lowestoft the nearest towns on our list are Great Yarmouth (9 miles), Norwich (22 miles), Bowthorpe (25 miles).
Does a shared house in Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft?
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.
Fire doors near Lowestoft
- Great Yarmouth · 9 mi
- Norwich · 22 mi
- Bowthorpe · 25 mi
- Stowmarket · 37 mi
- Ipswich · 38 mi
- Felixstowe · 39 mi
- All of Suffolk
Other HMO services in Lowestoft
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Lowestoft
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Lowestoft
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Lowestoft
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Lowestoft
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Lowestoft
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Lowestoft
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Lowestoft
- Sound insulation in Lowestoft