- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- North East
- Postcode areas
- NE, SR, DH
- Main towns
- Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, South Shields, Gateshead, Washington
What do fire doors in Tyne and Wear involve?
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in Tyne and Wear?
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
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 Tyne and Wear?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £550 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £550 – £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 Tyne and Wear
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Sunderland
- South Shields
- Gateshead
- Washington
- Tynemouth
- Wallsend
- Newburn
- North Shields
- Whitley Bay
- Houghton-Le-Spring
- Felling
- Jarrow
- Gosforth
- Hebburn
Questions about fire doors in Tyne and Wear
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.
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Do you carry out fire doors across Tyne and Wear?
Yes, across the whole of Tyne and Wear, including Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, South Shields.
Who licenses HMOs in Tyne and Wear?
HMOs in Tyne and Wear are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Tyne and Wear
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Tyne and Wear
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Tyne and Wear
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Tyne and Wear
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Tyne and Wear
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Tyne and Wear
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Tyne and Wear
- Student HMO refurbishment in Tyne and Wear
- Sound insulation in Tyne and Wear