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Fire Door Installation & Certification for Residential Buildings

The Hidden Danger in Homes: Improper Fire Door Installations

Residential buildings—from flats and apartments to housing complexes—are not immune to the dangers of fire. Yet, studies show that a large number of fire doors in residential properties are either incorrectly installed, uncertified, or poorly maintained. This puts entire communities at risk.

Why Fire Doors Are Essential in Residential Buildings

Fire doors are more than just part of the structure—they’re a crucial life-saving system. In the event of a fire, they help contain flames and smoke, allowing residents time to evacuate safely. Especially in multi-occupancy buildings, fire doors are essential to prevent the rapid spread of fire between units or floors.

A Small Oversight Can Have Major Consequences

Incorrect installation or lack of certification can render a fire door useless. Without proper sealing, certified hardware, and correct fitting, a door cannot perform its intended function in an emergency.

Your front door could be the difference between safety and danger during a fire.

The Legal Requirement for Residential Fire Doors

Under UK regulations—including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005—building owners, landlords, and managing agents are responsible for ensuring that fire doors are compliant, correctly installed, and regularly maintained.

This is especially critical for:

  • Shared entrance doors in flats

  • Doors to communal areas and stairwells

  • Fire doors between dwellings and escape routes

Failure to comply can lead to fines, legal action, and worse—risk to life.

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Why Choose Us for Residential Fire Door Services?

Experienced in All Residential Settings
We work across housing associations, apartment blocks, care homes, and private residences.

Certified Fire Door Installers & Inspectors
Our team is qualified under FIRAS, BM TRADA Q-Mark, and other accredited certification schemes.

Compliance with UK Fire Safety Standards
All installations meet BS 476 and EN 1634 standards, ensuring full compliance with regulations.

Minimal Disruption to Residents
We work quickly and cleanly, with flexible scheduling to avoid disturbing tenants.

Detailed Certification & Reports
We provide full inspection reports, door labelling, and compliance certificates.

End-to-End Solutions
From assessment to installation, certification, and maintenance—we handle everything.

Our Residential Fire Door Process

1. Property Assessment

We assess your building layout, fire risk areas, and current door condition.

2. Fire Door Selection

We help you choose the appropriate FD30, FD60, or custom fire doors based on your needs and building type.

3. Professional Installation

Our trained team installs each fire door with precision—ensuring tight seals, proper frame fitting, and compliant hardware.

4. Sealing & Compliance Fitting

Includes intumescent seals, smoke strips, closers, hinges, and fire-rated handles as required.

5. Final Inspection & Certification

Every installed or inspected fire door is checked, tagged, and certified. A full report is issued for your records.

Service Feature Highlights

  • Tailored for Residential Buildings – Ideal for flats, apartments, care homes, and housing complexes.
  • Fully Compliant Installations – Meets BS 476, EN 1634, and Regulatory Reform Order standards.
  • Minimal Resident Disruption – Clean, fast, and scheduled installation work to avoid disturbance.
  • Certified & Documented Work – Each door is inspected, labeled, and documented with a full compliance report.
  • Ongoing Maintenance Plans – Annual inspections and maintenance to keep your building safe and compliant.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes. Fire doors are required in shared residential buildings, especially in escape routes, flat entrances, and communal corridors.

FD30 fire doors (30-minute fire resistance) are commonly used in residential settings. Depending on your building and regulations, FD60 or custom-rated doors may be necessary.

Yes. We offer custom finishes and materials to ensure your fire doors complement your property's aesthetics.

It depends on the number of doors and property size. However, we strive for quick, efficient installation with minimal disruption to residents.

Yes. We provide ongoing maintenance contracts and annual inspections to ensure your fire doors remain safe and compliant year-round.

Get a Free Quote Today

Protect your residents and your property with our professional fire door installation and certification services. Contact us today for a consultation and a free quote. Let’s make your residential building a safer place with high-quality, certified fire doors.