HMO fire safety upgrades bring a shared house up to the fire standard its size and layout need. Reigate is 19 miles south of London. 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
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- RH2
- Location
- 19 miles south of London
- Pricing region
- South East
What do HMO fire safety upgrades in Reigate involve?
- Fire doors with closers and seals
- Fire-resisting linings to the escape route
- Fire stopping of service holes
- Interlinked smoke and heat detection
- Emergency lighting where needed
Which rules apply in Reigate?
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 Reigate 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.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- 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 Reigate?
| 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 Reigate can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 3–10 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 Reigate landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Reigate:
- A fire risk assessment has listed actions
- A council inspection or licence condition
Questions about HMO fire safety upgrades in Reigate
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.
Do you cover all of Reigate?
Yes. We work across Reigate and the RH2 postcode areas, plus the rest of Surrey. Nearby places we also cover include Redhill, Horley, Banstead.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Reigate?
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 Reigate?
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 Reigate
- Redhill · 2 mi
- Horley · 5 mi
- Banstead · 6 mi
- Caterham · 6 mi
- Coulsdon · 6 mi
- Leatherhead · 7 mi
- All of Surrey
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