LE2 · Stoneygate
Fire Door Inspection
in Stoneygate
In residential buildings above 11 metres the Responsible Person must make best endeavours to check flat entrance doors annually and communal fire doors quarterly. In other premises fire doors remain covered by the general duty to keep fire safety measures in efficient working order.
Duty summary
England & Wales
- Duty
- Fire Door Inspection
- Instrument
- Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, regulation 10
- Also
- article 17 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the maintenance duty
- Standard
- BS 8214 for timber fire door assemblies, and Approved Document B
- Frequency
- Communal doors quarterly and flat entrance doors annually, in residential buildings above 11 metres
- Carried out by
- A competent person
- Enforced by
- Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
- Guide price
- £210 – £680 per survey
Guide price only. The firm we pass your enquiry to sets its own price once it knows the building.
If you are responsible for a building in Stoneygate, Leicester, you may need a fire door inspection. Stoneygate, in the LE2 postcode district, features many large Victorian and Edwardian villas. These have often been converted into flats and shared houses. The area also includes the Allandale Road shopping parade, along with dental and medical premises. All these types of buildings typically require fire door inspections to ensure the safety of occupants and compliance with fire safety regulations. Fire doors are critical components in a building’s fire safety strategy, designed to compartmentalise fire and smoke, providing safe escape routes. A fire door inspection in Stoneygate typically costs £210 to £680 per survey. This figure depends on the specific building and the quote will come directly from the local firm we put you in touch with. so that your fire doors are correctly installed, maintained, and fully functional is a key part of your responsibilities as a duty holder.
What a Fire Door Inspection Covers
A fire door inspection involves a detailed assessment of each fire door assembly. This includes checking the door leaf, frame, hinges, closers, seals (intumescent and smoke), glazing, and ironmongery. The assessor will look for any damage, wear and tear, or incorrect installations that could compromise the door's fire integrity. Factors that can change the price of an inspection include the total number of doors in scope. For residential buildings, whether flat entrance doors are included in the survey is a significant factor. The building's height and tenure (e.g., owner-occupied flats versus rented accommodation) can also influence the scope and complexity of the inspection. Access arrangements for occupied flats need to be considered, as this can affect the time required for the survey. Sometimes, the firm we connect you with may also offer to quote for any remedial work identified during the inspection at the same visit, which can be more efficient for you.
How the Enquiry Works
Our service simplifies finding a local fire safety firm for your inspection.
- You send us the details of your building and your requirements.
- We pass these details to a suitable local fire safety firm that covers the Stoneygate area.
- That firm will contact you directly to discuss your needs and provide a quote for the fire door inspection.
- You then deal directly with the firm for all aspects of the inspection and any subsequent work. We are an enquiry service and do not carry out the inspections ourselves.
The Legal Position on Fire Door Inspections
As the duty holder for a building, you have legal responsibilities regarding fire safety. The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, specifically regulation 10, places clear duties on Responsible Persons in multi-occupied residential buildings. For residential buildings above 11 metres in height, the Responsible Person must make best endeavours to ensure that flat entrance doors are checked annually and communal fire doors are checked quarterly. This is to ensure they remain in effective working order.
Beyond this, Article 17 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (the FSO) sets out a general duty to ensure that all fire safety measures, including fire doors, are maintained in efficient working order and in good repair. This applies to all premises covered by the FSO, not just residential buildings above 11 metres.
The inspection work itself is normally carried out against guidance such as Approved Document B and standards like BS 8214 for timber fire door assemblies. It is crucial that any fire door assessment is carried out by a competent person. This means someone with sufficient training, experience, and knowledge to conduct the inspection properly and identify any defects.
This page provides general information and should not be taken as specific advice for your building. You should always consult with a competent fire safety professional regarding your specific circumstances. Enforcement of fire safety legislation in Stoneygate sits with the local fire and rescue service or the local authority, as appropriate for the building type. They have the power to take action if fire safety duties are not met.
Questions duty holders ask
7 answers
How often must fire doors be checked?
For residential buildings over 11 metres, flat entrance doors should be checked annually and communal fire doors quarterly. For other premises, fire doors must be maintained in efficient working order, which usually means regular checks as part of your fire risk assessment review cycle or when damage is observed.
Does the 11 metre rule apply to my building?
The 11-metre rule specifically applies to multi-occupied residential buildings. If your building is a workplace, shop, or other commercial premises, the general duty to maintain fire safety measures under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 still applies, regardless of height.
What makes a fire door fail an inspection?
Common reasons for failure include incorrect gaps around the door, damaged intumescent or smoke seals, non-compliant glazing, missing or incorrect closers, damaged door leaves or frames, unsuitable hinges, or modifications that compromise its fire resistance.
Can a general joiner carry this out?
A fire door inspection must be carried out by a competent person. While a general joiner might be able to fix some issues, they may not have the specific knowledge and training required to assess the full integrity of a fire door assembly against relevant standards and regulations.
Do I get a certificate or a report?
You will typically receive a detailed report from the firm that carries out the inspection. This report will document the condition of each fire door, identify any defects, and often recommend remedial actions. It serves as evidence of your compliance.
What is the typical cost for an inspection?
A fire door inspection in Stoneygate typically costs between £210 and £680 per survey. This price varies depending on the number of doors, the type of building, and whether flat entrance doors are included. The firm we connect you with will provide a specific quote.
Are you the company that will do the inspection?
No, Leicester Fire Risk Assessment is an enquiry service. We do not carry out inspections ourselves. We connect you with local fire safety firms in the Stoneygate area who are qualified to perform fire door inspections. The firm we pass your enquiry to will contact you directly.
Sources and review
Checked against Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 reg.10, Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 art.17, BS 8214 and Approved Document B on . We recheck this page against the legislation quarterly, and sooner if the law changes. Spotted something wrong? Tell us at enquiries@leicesterfireriskassessment.co.uk and we will correct it.
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This page is general information about fire safety law in England and Wales. It is not a fire risk assessment and it is not legal advice. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 the Responsible Person must ensure an assessment is carried out by a competent person.