HMO fire safety upgrades bring a shared house up to the fire standard its size and layout need. For a house in Romford 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
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- RM1, RM2, RM7 and RM12
- Location
- 14 miles east of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do HMO fire safety upgrades in Romford involve?
- Interlinked smoke and heat detection
- Thumb-turn locks on exit doors
- Fire doors with closers and seals
- Commissioning certificates and a handover pack
- Fire stopping of service holes
Which rules apply in Romford?
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 Romford 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.
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Building regulations cover structural changes, new partitions, ensuite drainage, fire-resisting construction and notifiable electrical work.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much do HMO fire safety upgrades cost in Romford?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,550 | house |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £2,250 – £5,750 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £770 – £1,650 | door |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,550 – £7,700 | house |
Prices in Romford are shown with our regional adjustment for London (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 3–10 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Romford landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Romford:
- Converting a house to an HMO
- A fire risk assessment has listed actions
Questions about HMO fire safety upgrades in Romford
Can you upgrade existing doors?
Sometimes, if the door and frame are sound. Often a certified fire door set is the cheaper and more reliable option.
How far do you travel from Romford?
We cover the whole of Greater London and work UK-wide. For Romford the nearest towns on our list are Hornchurch (2 miles), Dagenham (2 miles), Becontree (3 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Romford?
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 HMO fire safety upgrades cost in Romford?
Our guide ranges for London 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.
HMO fire safety upgrades near Romford
- Hornchurch · 2 mi
- Dagenham · 2 mi
- Becontree · 3 mi
- Ilford · 5 mi
- Barking · 5 mi
- Thamesmead · 6 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Romford
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Romford
- Fire doors in Romford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Romford
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Romford
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Romford
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Romford
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Romford
- Extensions for extra rooms in Romford