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 Newburn (NE15 and NE40) 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
- NE15 and NE40
- Location
- 5 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do fire doors in Newburn involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Signage where required
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Newburn?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Newburn before we price.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do fire doors cost in Newburn?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for North East, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Newburn follows a site visit.
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 Newburn landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Newburn:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Newburn
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
How far do you travel from Newburn?
We cover the whole of Tyne and Wear and work UK-wide. For Newburn the nearest towns on our list are Gosforth (5 miles), Newcastle upon Tyne (5 miles), Gateshead (6 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Newburn?
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 Newburn?
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 Newburn
- Gosforth · 5 mi
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 5 mi
- Gateshead · 6 mi
- Felling · 7 mi
- Wallsend · 8 mi
- Stanley · 8 mi
- All of Tyne and Wear
Other HMO services in Newburn
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Newburn
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Newburn
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Newburn
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Newburn
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Newburn
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Newburn
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Newburn
- Full HMO refurbishment in Newburn