HMO fire safety upgrades bring a shared house up to the fire standard its size and layout need. For a house in Andover 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
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- SP10 and SP11
- Location
- 22 miles north of Southampton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do HMO fire safety upgrades in Andover involve?
- Interlinked smoke and heat detection
- Fire-resisting linings to the escape route
- Fire doors with closers and seals
- Thumb-turn locks on exit doors
- Commissioning certificates and a handover pack
Which rules apply in Andover?
HMO fire safety upgrades in Andover must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 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.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
How much do HMO fire safety upgrades cost in Andover?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £900 – £2,250 | house |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,950 – £5,050 | house |
| 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 |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,250 – £6,700 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Andover 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 3–10 working days. If a council deadline applies in Andover, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Andover landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A fire risk assessment has listed actions
- Converting a house to an HMO
Questions about HMO fire safety upgrades in Andover
Do all doors need to be fire doors?
Not always. Guidance usually focuses on doors to rooms that open onto the escape route. The assessment sets out which doors need upgrading.
Do you cover all of Andover?
Yes. We work across Andover and the SP10 and SP11 postcode areas, plus the rest of Hampshire. Nearby places we also cover include Winchester, Newbury, Salisbury.
Does a shared house in Andover 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 HMO fire safety upgrades cost in Andover?
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.
HMO fire safety upgrades near Andover
- Winchester · 13 mi
- Newbury · 15 mi
- Salisbury · 16 mi
- Thatcham · 17 mi
- Basingstoke · 18 mi
- Eastleigh · 18 mi
- All of Hampshire
Other HMO services in Andover
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Andover
- Fire doors in Andover
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Andover
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Andover
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Andover
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Andover
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Andover
- Communal kitchen refits in Andover