As a guide, excluding VAT, an FD30 fire door leaf fitted into an existing frame costs around £300 to £600, an FD30 doorset supplied and fitted £650 to £1,300, an FD60 doorset £850 to £1,800 and a certified flat entrance doorset £1,200 to £2,400. These are guide figures; the final price is confirmed after a free survey.
What are the guide prices?
The figures below are guide prices only, excluding VAT. They are intended to help with early budgeting. Every price is confirmed after a free survey, once we have seen the openings, checked the walls and frames, and agreed the specification.
| Item | Guide price (ex VAT) |
|---|---|
| FD30 fire door leaf fitted into an existing, suitable frame | £300 to £600 |
| FD30 doorset (door and frame) supplied and fitted | £650 to £1,300 |
| FD60 doorset supplied and fitted | £850 to £1,800 |
| Certified flat entrance doorset supplied and fitted | £1,200 to £2,400 |
| Labour only: hanging a leaf supplied by the client | £150 to £350 |
| Overhead closer supplied and fitted | £90 to £220 |
| Intumescent strips and smoke seals | £45 to £110 per door |
| Remedial repairs | From £75 per door, with a minimum visit charge from £195 |
| Volume work, five or more doors | From about £220 per door, labour |
See our prices page for the full guide price list alongside our other services.
Why is there such a wide range?
The cost of a fire door depends far more on the opening and the specification than on the rating alone. A plain FD30 doorset in a standard size, going into a straightforward stud partition on the ground floor, sits at the lower end. The same rating with a large vision panel, a non-standard size, a high-quality veneer, access control and a difficult opening in a solid masonry wall several floors up will cost considerably more.
The main cost drivers are:
- Rating and smoke control. FD60 doors need heavier leaves and frames and more seals than FD30. Smoke control adds seals and sometimes a threshold seal.
- Size and configuration. Non-standard sizes, pairs of doors and doors with fanlights or side panels cost more.
- Glazing. Fire-rated glass and tested glazing systems are a significant cost, especially for large panels.
- Finish. Primed doors for painting cost less than factory-finished, veneered or laminate doors.
- Ironmongery. Locks, access control, panic hardware, letterplates and hold-open devices all add cost.
- Frame and wall. Removing an old frame, making good the opening and sealing a wide or uneven gap to the wall adds time.
- Access. Upper floors without lifts, occupied homes, restricted working hours and parking all affect labour time.
Is it cheaper to keep the existing frame?
Often, but only if the frame is suitable. Fitting a new leaf into an existing frame avoids the cost of removing the old one and making good the surrounding wall and decoration. However, the frame must meet the requirements in the new leaf's certification, including its material, section size and stop depth, and must be in sound condition and properly fixed.
Leaf-only replacement is also limited by size. Fire door leaves are made to set sizes or to order, and an opening that is out of square, or a frame that has been altered in the past, may mean a leaf cannot be fitted within the certified gaps without excessive trimming.
Many old frames, particularly thin softwood linings, are not suitable for a fire door. Fitting a certified leaf into an unsuitable frame wastes the money spent on the leaf. A survey will establish whether the frame can be kept. Our guide to certified fire doorsets explains why the frame matters.
How much do repairs cost compared with replacement?
Repairs are usually far cheaper than replacement when the leaf and frame are sound. Adjusting a closer, replacing seals, re-fixing hinges and correcting the keep can often be done for well under the cost of a new door. Remedial repairs start from £75 per door as a guide, with a minimum visit charge from £195 to cover travel and set-up. That means grouping several doors into one visit is more economical than calling someone out for each door separately.
Replacement becomes better value where the door has no evidence, is over-trimmed, twisted or badly damaged, or would need several components replaced at once. Our guide on what to do after a failed inspection explains how to decide.
How does volume affect the price?
For blocks of flats, HMOs, schools and commercial buildings with several doors, the labour cost per door usually falls because set-up, travel and material deliveries are shared. As a guide, volume work of five or more doors starts from about £220 per door for labour. Planning a programme of work, rather than replacing doors one at a time as they fail, also allows a consistent specification across the building, which simplifies future maintenance.
Volume pricing works best when the doors are surveyed together and the specification is standardised where the fire strategy allows. Mixing many different sizes, finishes and ironmongery sets reduces the saving, so it is worth agreeing a short list of door types at the outset.
In blocks of flats in England and Wales, a programme funded through the service charge may require Section 20 consultation with leaseholders, which adds time but not necessarily cost. See our guide on flat front door responsibility for more.
What should a fire door quote include?
- The door, frame and doorset specification, with the certification or test evidence it relies on.
- The rating, smoke control and any self-closing classification.
- All ironmongery: hinges, lock or latch, closer, seals, signage and any extras.
- Glazing details, if any.
- Removal and disposal of the old door and frame.
- Sealing the gap between frame and wall with a tested material.
- Making good and any decoration, or a clear statement that it is excluded.
- Installation evidence to be provided at handover.
- Whether prices include or exclude VAT.
Comparing quotes on these points shows whether a low price leaves something out. When you are ready, you can request a free survey and quote.
Is VAT always charged on fire door work?
The guide prices on this page all exclude VAT, which is normally added at the standard rate. Some types of work, such as certain work on new-build dwellings or specific conversions, may qualify for a reduced or zero rate under HMRC rules. Whether that applies depends on the project and is confirmed in the quote; if you believe it may, raise it at the survey stage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace a fire door?
As a guide, an FD30 doorset supplied and fitted costs around £650 to £1,300 excluding VAT, and an FD30 leaf fitted into an existing suitable frame around £300 to £600. FD60 and certified flat entrance doorsets cost more. The final price is confirmed after a free survey.
How much does a fire door closer cost to fit?
As a guide, an overhead closer supplied and fitted costs around £90 to £220 excluding VAT, depending on the closer type, power size and finish. Cam-action and concealed closers sit towards the upper end. The price is confirmed once the door has been surveyed.
Is there a minimum charge for fire door repairs?
Yes. As a guide, remedial repairs start from £75 per door, with a minimum visit charge from £195 excluding VAT. Grouping several doors into one visit makes better use of the minimum charge, so it helps to list all known defects when you request a quote.
Do the guide prices include VAT?
No. All guide prices exclude VAT, which is normally added at the standard rate. Some projects, such as certain new-build or conversion work, may qualify for a different rate under HMRC rules. Any VAT position is confirmed in the written quote after the survey.
This guide is general information about fire doors in the UK, not legal advice. Your fire risk assessor, the responsible person or building control has the final say for your building.