Fire Door Supply & Installation

Q: When are fire doors required in the UK?

Fire doors are required in many HMOs, apartment buildings and commercial premises depending on regulations and fire risk assessments.

Straightforward. Experienced. Done Properly.

Fire doors aren’t something you guess at. When they’re required, they need to perform. That comes down to correct specification, professional installation, and clear documentation.

We’re a family-run business based in Shropshire. We’ve been selling and fitting doors since 1972. Fire doors have long been a core part of our work, with installations led by Stuart Marshall, UK Fire Door Certified.

Fire Door Questions We’re Asked Most Often

What is an FD30 or FD60 fire door?
When are fire doors required in the UK?
How often should fire doors be inspected?
Can existing fire doors be repaired?
Who is responsible for compliance?

Experience That Shows in the Work

We carry out fire door fitting in homes, HMOs, apartment blocks, and commercial buildings throughout Shropshire and the West Midlands.

Our team understands UK fire door regulations and how to install doors so they stand up to inspection. We don’t rush work — we focus on getting it right.

Fire Doors Are a Complete System

A compliant fire door includes more than the door leaf. It must include the correct frame, intumescent and smoke seals, compliant hinges, closers, glazing (where fitted), and correct tolerances.

We supply and install FD30 and FD60 fire doors, advising on what is appropriate for the building rather than recommending a one-size-fits-all approach.

Our Installation Approach

Frames prepared correctly
Clearances checked and recorded
Intumescent and smoke seals fitted properly
Compliant ironmongery used
Fire-rated glazing installed to manufacturer guidance

Where manufacturers specify approved methods, we follow them carefully to maintain compliance and support warranty requirements.

Fire Door Remedial Work

Not every issue requires replacement. We carry out fire door remedial work including:

Adjusting gaps and tolerances
Replacing seals
Upgrading hinges or closers
Addressing inspection failures

Where possible, we aim to bring existing fire rated doors back into compliance before recommending replacement.

Clear Records, Not Guesswork

For every fire door installed or remediated, we provide installation records including:

Door location and fire rating
Certification references
Installation details
Date of work

This supports landlords, managing agents and property owners in maintaining ongoing fire safety compliance.

Fire Door FAQs

What is an FD30 fire door?

An FD30 fire door provides up to 30 minutes of fire resistance when correctly installed as part of a complete fire door system.

When are fire doors required in the UK?

Fire doors are commonly required in HMOs, apartment buildings and commercial properties depending on building regulations and fire risk assessments.

How often should fire doors be inspected?

Fire doors should be inspected regularly as part of ongoing fire safety management. In many properties this is every six months or more frequently in high traffic areas.

Can existing fire doors be repaired?

In many cases, doors can be brought back into compliance through seal replacement, ironmongery upgrades or gap adjustments.

Who is responsible for fire door compliance?

Responsibility typically sits with landlords, managing agents or building owners under UK fire safety legislation.

Need Advice on Fire Door Compliance?

Whether you're a landlord, managing agent or property owner, we provide clear guidance and professional installation.

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