An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. In Ewell, a town of about 40,000 people in Surrey, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- KT17, KT19 and SM3
- Location
- 12 miles south-west of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Ewell involve?
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Signage where required
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Ewell?
Fire doors in Ewell must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- 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 Ewell?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £670 – £1,450 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Ewell can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Ewell landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Ewell:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Ewell
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 Ewell?
We cover the whole of Surrey and work UK-wide. For Ewell the nearest towns on our list are Epsom (2 miles), Sutton (2 miles), Banstead (3 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Ewell?
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 Ewell?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Ewell
- Epsom · 2 mi
- Sutton · 2 mi
- Banstead · 3 mi
- New Malden · 4 mi
- Surbiton · 4 mi
- Carshalton · 4 mi
- All of Surrey
Other HMO services in Ewell
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Ewell
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Ewell
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Ewell
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Ewell
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Ewell
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Ewell
- EPC and energy upgrades in Ewell
- Student HMO refurbishment in Ewell