In short: An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. Across West Sussex, the work is planned around England’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South East
- Postcode areas
- RH, PO, BN, GU
- Main towns
- Crawley, Worthing, Bognor Regis, Littlehampton, Horsham
What do fire doors in West Sussex involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Installation record and photos
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in West Sussex?
- 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
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 West Sussex?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £670 – £1,450 | door |
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Fire doors by town in West Sussex
Questions about fire doors in West Sussex
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Do you carry out fire doors across West Sussex?
Yes, across the whole of West Sussex, including Crawley, Worthing, Bognor Regis.
Who licenses HMOs in West Sussex?
HMOs in West Sussex are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in West Sussex
- HMO fire safety upgrades in West Sussex
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in West Sussex
- Fire alarm and detection systems in West Sussex
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in West Sussex
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in West Sussex
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in West Sussex
- House to HMO conversion in West Sussex
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in West Sussex