An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Houghton-Le-Spring is 11 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne. 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
- Tyne and Wear, England
- Postcodes
- DH4 and DH5
- Location
- 11 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do fire doors in Houghton-Le-Spring involve?
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Houghton-Le-Spring?
Fire doors in Houghton-Le-Spring 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.
- 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 Houghton-Le-Spring?
| 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 Houghton-Le-Spring 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?
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 Houghton-Le-Spring landlords need it?
Landlords in Houghton-Le-Spring most often ask us for this when:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Houghton-Le-Spring
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.
How far do you travel from Houghton-Le-Spring?
We cover the whole of Tyne and Wear and work UK-wide. For Houghton-Le-Spring the nearest towns on our list are Chester-le-Street (5 miles), Washington (5 miles), Seaham (5 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Houghton-Le-Spring?
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 Houghton-Le-Spring?
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 Houghton-Le-Spring
- Chester-le-Street · 5 mi
- Washington · 5 mi
- Seaham · 5 mi
- Sunderland · 6 mi
- Durham · 6 mi
- Peterlee · 8 mi
- All of Tyne and Wear
Other HMO services in Houghton-Le-Spring
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Houghton-Le-Spring
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Houghton-Le-Spring