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 Walsall (WS1, WS2 and WS5) 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. Walsall has a university population, so many shared houses are let to students on yearly tenancies, and summer is the main window for works.
- Area
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- WS1, WS2 and WS5
- Location
- 8 miles north-west of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do fire doors in Walsall involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Signage where required
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Walsall?
Here is what usually applies to a Walsall 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 Walsall?
| 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 Walsall 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.
For student houses in Walsall, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Walsall landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
Questions about fire doors in Walsall
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 Walsall?
We cover the whole of West Midlands and work UK-wide. For Walsall the nearest towns on our list are Bloxwich (2 miles), Wednesbury (3 miles), Aldridge (3 miles).
Does a shared house in Walsall 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 Walsall?
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 Walsall
- Bloxwich · 2 mi
- Wednesbury · 3 mi
- Aldridge · 3 mi
- Willenhall · 3 mi
- Wednesfield · 4 mi
- West Bromwich · 5 mi
- All of West Midlands
Other HMO services in Walsall
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Walsall
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Walsall
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Walsall
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Walsall
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Walsall
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Walsall
- House to HMO conversion in Walsall
- Full HMO refurbishment in Walsall