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 Worthing 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 Sussex, England
- Postcodes
- BN11, BN13 and BN14
- Location
- 10 miles west of Brighton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do fire doors in Worthing involve?
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Installation record and photos
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
Which rules apply in Worthing?
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 Worthing 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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.
How much do fire doors cost in Worthing?
| 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 |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South East, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Worthing follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Worthing landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Worthing
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 cover all of Worthing?
Yes. We work across Worthing and the BN11, BN13 and BN14 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Sussex. Nearby places we also cover include Portslade, Littlehampton, Hove.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Worthing?
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 Worthing?
Our guide ranges for South 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 Worthing
- Portslade · 7 mi
- Littlehampton · 7 mi
- Hove · 9 mi
- Brighton · 10 mi
- Bognor Regis · 14 mi
- Rottingdean · 14 mi
- All of West Sussex
Other HMO services in Worthing
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- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Worthing
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Worthing
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Worthing
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Worthing
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Worthing
- House to HMO conversion in Worthing
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Worthing