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 Wednesbury (WS10) 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
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- WS10
- Location
- 7 miles north-west of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do fire doors in Wednesbury involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Installation record and photos
- Signage where required
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Wednesbury?
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 Wednesbury before we price.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
How much do fire doors cost in Wednesbury?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for West Midlands, where costs run in line with the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Wednesbury follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Wednesbury, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Wednesbury landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Wednesbury:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Wednesbury
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 Wednesbury?
We cover the whole of West Midlands and work UK-wide. For Wednesbury the nearest towns on our list are Tipton (2 miles), West Bromwich (3 miles), Willenhall (3 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Wednesbury?
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 Wednesbury?
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 Wednesbury
- Tipton · 2 mi
- West Bromwich · 3 mi
- Willenhall · 3 mi
- Walsall · 3 mi
- Wednesfield · 4 mi
- Dudley · 4 mi
- All of West Midlands
Other HMO services in Wednesbury
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Wednesbury
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Wednesbury
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Wednesbury
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Wednesbury
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Wednesbury
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Wednesbury
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Wednesbury
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Wednesbury