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 Trowbridge 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
- Wiltshire, England
- Postcodes
- BA14
- Location
- 19 miles south-east of Bristol
- Pricing region
- South West
What do fire doors in Trowbridge involve?
- Installation record and photos
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Signage where required
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Trowbridge?
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 Trowbridge before we price.
- 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 Trowbridge?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £310 – £620 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £620 – £1,350 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Trowbridge can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 1–3 working days. If a council deadline applies in Trowbridge, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Trowbridge landlords need it?
Landlords in Trowbridge most often ask us for this when:
- Damaged or badly fitted existing fire doors
- Doors to rooms off the escape route that are not fire doors
Questions about fire doors in Trowbridge
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.
Do you cover all of Trowbridge?
Yes. We work across Trowbridge and the BA14 postcode areas, plus the rest of Wiltshire. Nearby places we also cover include Bath, Frome, Chippenham.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Trowbridge?
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 Trowbridge?
Our guide ranges for South West 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 Trowbridge
- Bath · 8 mi
- Frome · 8 mi
- Chippenham · 10 mi
- Kingswood · 16 mi
- Mangotsfield · 17 mi
- Yate · 18 mi
- All of Wiltshire
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- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Trowbridge
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Trowbridge
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Trowbridge
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Trowbridge
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- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Trowbridge