HMO Fire Safety Cost Calculator

Estimate fire safety compliance costs for your HMO property

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Estimates based on 2024 UK prices. Actual costs vary by location and contractor.

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HMO Fire Safety Rules

• FD30S doors on all rooms & kitchen

• Mains-powered interlinked alarms

• Heat detector in kitchen

• Clear escape routes maintained

• 3+ storeys: emergency lighting

• Annual Fire Risk Assessment

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About the HMO Fire Safety Cost Calculator

What it does and how it helps you

The HMO Fire Safety Cost Calculator helps UK landlords estimate the costs of bringing an HMO property into fire safety compliance. Calculate expenses for fire doors, interlinked smoke alarms, emergency lighting, fire risk assessments, and all mandatory fire safety equipment required under HMO licensing regulations.

Estimate costs for FD30S and FD60 fire doors

Calculate interlinked alarm system requirements

Model emergency lighting needs for 3+ storey properties

Factor in building age and existing fire safety features

How It Works

Understanding the calculation method

The HMO Fire Safety Cost Calculator assesses compliance requirements and costs: 1. Property Assessment - Enter property storeys, room count, building age, and existing fire safety features 2. Current Status - Indicate which fire safety measures are already in place (fire doors, alarms, etc.) 3. Specification Options - Choose fire door specifications (FD30S or FD60), alarm types (battery, mains, or addressable), and cost estimates (standard or premium) 4. Mandatory Requirements - The calculator identifies mandatory items based on HMO regulations 5. Cost Breakdown - Receive detailed costs for each fire safety component The calculator uses 2024 UK market prices and accounts for property-specific factors like building age, number of storeys, and basement presence. Costs are broken down per room and include all major fire safety components required for HMO licensing compliance.

When to use this calculator

Use this calculator when budgeting for HMO conversion, planning fire safety upgrades, or preparing for mandatory HMO licensing applications. Essential for understanding the full cost implications of bringing a property into fire safety compliance before purchase or conversion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this calculator

All HMOs require FD30S (30-minute) fire doors on all habitable rooms and kitchen, mains-powered interlinked smoke alarms on each floor and in circulation spaces, heat detectors in kitchens, clear escape routes, and regular Fire Risk Assessments. Properties with 3+ storeys typically require emergency lighting. All fire doors must have intumescent strips, smoke seals, and self-closing devices.

Fire safety costs vary by property size and existing features, but typically range from £2,000-£6,000 for a 5-bed HMO. Budget £300-500 per fire door (including fitting), £80-150 per interlinked alarm, £150-300 per emergency light, £150-400 for a Fire Risk Assessment, and £400-1,200 for an addressable alarm panel if required for larger properties.

FD30S doors provide 30 minutes fire resistance with smoke seals, suitable for most HMOs under 3 storeys. FD60 doors provide 60 minutes fire resistance and are typically required for taller buildings (3+ storeys) or properties with specific risk factors. FD60 doors cost approximately £450-800 vs £250-450 for FD30S doors.

Larger HMOs (typically 6+ rooms or 3+ storeys) may benefit from addressable systems where each alarm has a unique address, allowing you to identify exactly which alarm has been triggered. While basic mains interlinked alarms suffice for smaller HMOs, addressable systems (£400-1,200 for the panel plus installation) offer better monitoring and may be required by some local authorities.

Fire doors should last 20+ years if maintained properly. Interlinked smoke alarms have a 10-year lifespan, after which they must be replaced. Emergency lighting requires annual testing and batteries typically last 3-5 years. Fire Risk Assessments should be reviewed annually or when changes are made to the property. Factor these ongoing costs into your HMO business plan.

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