An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Landlords in Hebburn (NE28, NE31 and NE32) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Tyne and Wear, England
- Postcodes
- NE28, NE31 and NE32
- Location
- 4 miles east of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do fire doors in Hebburn involve?
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Signage where required
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Hebburn?
Here is what usually applies to a Hebburn job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Hebburn?
| 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 |
Prices in Hebburn are shown with our regional adjustment for North East (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Hebburn landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Hebburn:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Hebburn
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.
Which postcodes in Hebburn do you work in?
All of them, including NE28, NE31 and NE32, and the surrounding parts of Tyne and Wear.
Does a shared house in Hebburn 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 Hebburn?
Our guide ranges for North 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 Hebburn
- Jarrow · 1 mi
- Wallsend · 1 mi
- Felling · 3 mi
- Gateshead · 4 mi
- South Shields · 4 mi
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 4 mi
- All of Tyne and Wear
Other HMO services in Hebburn
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- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Hebburn
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Hebburn
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Hebburn
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Hebburn
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Hebburn
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Hebburn
- House to HMO conversion in Hebburn