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 Lofthouse 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 Yorkshire, England
- Postcodes
- LS26, WF1 and WF3
- Location
- 5 miles south-east of Leeds
- Pricing region
- Yorkshire and the Humber
What do fire doors in Lofthouse involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
Which rules apply in Lofthouse?
Here is what usually applies to a Lofthouse job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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 Lofthouse?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £570 – £1,250 | door |
Prices in Lofthouse are shown with our regional adjustment for Yorkshire and the Humber (below 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 Lofthouse landlords need it?
Landlords in Lofthouse most often ask us for this when:
- Licence conditions about doors and closers
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Lofthouse
Can I just add strips to an old door?
Only if the door itself is capable of the rating, which most standard internal doors are not. A certified door set is usually the reliable route.
How far do you travel from Lofthouse?
We cover the whole of West Yorkshire and work UK-wide. For Lofthouse the nearest towns on our list are Wakefield (3 miles), Morley (4 miles), Ossett (5 miles).
Does a shared house in Lofthouse 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 Lofthouse?
Our guide ranges for Yorkshire and the Humber 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 Lofthouse
- Wakefield · 3 mi
- Morley · 4 mi
- Ossett · 5 mi
- Leeds · 5 mi
- Castleford · 5 mi
- Batley · 6 mi
- All of West Yorkshire
Other HMO services in Lofthouse
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- Fire alarm and detection systems in Lofthouse
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Lofthouse
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Lofthouse
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- Sound insulation in Lofthouse
- Extensions for extra rooms in Lofthouse