In short: An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. We carry this out across Swansea, priced against the HMO rules for Wales and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Wales
- Pricing region
- Wales
- Postcode areas
- SA
- Main towns
- Swansea, Gorseinon, Clydach
What do fire doors in Swansea involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Installation record and photos
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Signage where required
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Swansea?
- Fitness for human habitation rules require mains-powered, interlinked smoke alarms on every storey and CO alarms where there is a gas, oil or solid-fuel appliance.
- Landlords must register with Rent Smart Wales, and those who manage their own lets need a Rent Smart Wales licence.
- Council HMO standards and the fire risk assessment set detection, fire doors and escape routes.
- Councils such as Cardiff and Swansea run additional licensing for HMOs outside the mandatory scheme.
Swansea Council: local HMO schemes
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in Castle, Uplands, St Thomas and Waterfront wards from 14 Feb 2026 for five years (replaced 2020 Castle/Uplands scheme). |
|---|---|
| Selective licensing | No scheme found |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Swansea before you buy or start work. Source: Swansea Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do fire doors cost in Swansea?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £560 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £560 – £1,200 | door |
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Fire doors by town in Swansea
Questions about fire doors in Swansea
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Can I just add strips to an old door?
Only if the door itself is capable of the rating, which most standard internal doors are not. A certified door set is usually the reliable route.
Do you carry out fire doors across Swansea?
Yes, across the whole of Swansea, including Swansea, Gorseinon, Clydach.
Who licenses HMOs in Swansea?
Swansea council licenses HMOs in its area. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales.
Other HMO services in Swansea
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Swansea
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Swansea
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Swansea
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Swansea
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Swansea
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Swansea
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Swansea
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Swansea