HMO fire safety upgrades bring a shared house up to the fire standard its size and layout need. Kettering is 23 miles south-west of Peterborough. We price HMO fire safety upgrades there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Northamptonshire, England
- Postcodes
- NN14 and NN16
- Location
- 23 miles south-west of Peterborough
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do HMO fire safety upgrades in Kettering involve?
- Works priced against your fire risk assessment
- Thumb-turn locks on exit doors
- Interlinked smoke and heat detection
- Fire-resisting linings to the escape route
- Fire doors with closers and seals
Which rules apply in Kettering?
Here is what usually applies to a Kettering 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.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- 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 Kettering?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £780 – £1,950 | house |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,700 – £4,350 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £290 – £580 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £580 – £1,250 | door |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £1,950 – £5,800 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Kettering can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Kettering landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A council inspection or licence condition
- Converting a house to an HMO
Questions about HMO fire safety upgrades in Kettering
Who writes the fire risk assessment?
You arrange it, through a competent assessor. We price and carry out the works it recommends and give you the evidence.
Do you cover all of Kettering?
Yes. We work across Kettering and the NN14 and NN16 postcode areas, plus the rest of Northamptonshire. Nearby places we also cover include Wellingborough, Corby, Rushden.
Does a shared house in Kettering 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 Kettering?
Our guide ranges for East Midlands 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 Kettering
- Wellingborough · 7 mi
- Corby · 7 mi
- Rushden · 9 mi
- Market Harborough · 10 mi
- Northampton · 12 mi
- Wigston Magna · 20 mi
- All of Northamptonshire
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