An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. For a house in Smethwick we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- B21, B66, B67 and B68
- Location
- 3 miles west of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do fire doors in Smethwick involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in Smethwick?
Here is what usually applies to a Smethwick job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Smethwick?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £300 – £600 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £600 – £1,300 | door |
Prices in Smethwick are shown with our regional adjustment for West Midlands (in line with 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 Smethwick landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Smethwick:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Smethwick
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
How far do you travel from Smethwick?
We cover the whole of West Midlands and work UK-wide. For Smethwick the nearest towns on our list are West Bromwich (2 miles), Birmingham (3 miles), Aston (4 miles).
Does a shared house in Smethwick 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 Smethwick?
Our guide ranges for West Midlands 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 Smethwick
- West Bromwich · 2 mi
- Birmingham · 3 mi
- Aston · 4 mi
- Bartley Green · 4 mi
- Halesowen · 5 mi
- Wednesbury · 5 mi
- All of West Midlands
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