Fire door closers in Cardiff, done to the evidence
We provide fire door closers in Cardiff (CF10 and the surrounding postcodes), from the first survey through to a documented handover.
Cardiff has a broad mix of buildings, including schools, care homes and hotels, and the same fire door principles apply to all of them.
A closer that fails to latch the door is one of the first things we put right on Cardiff fire doors. Free-swing closers are a practical option for Cardiff care homes and supported living.
Setting a closer properly
Closers have adjustments for closing speed, latching action and often backcheck. We set them so the door closes from any angle and engages the latch, without slamming. In England, Approved Document M guidance on opening force, no more than 30N for the first 30 degrees and 22.5N from 30 to 60 degrees at the leading edge, is a useful benchmark for usability. Our closers guide has more detail.
What you get:
- Assessment of door size, weight and use
- Overhead, concealed or free-swing options
- Correctly powered closer to BS EN 1154
- Adjustment of speed, latching and backcheck
The regulations behind fire doors in Cardiff
Fire door work in Cardiff follows Welsh building regulations and the Welsh Approved Document B. The Fire Safety Order 2005 covers workplaces and the shared parts of residential buildings here too, placing the duty on the responsible person.
The English regulation 10 checking regime does not extend to Cardiff, so how often doors are checked comes from the fire risk assessment. We hand over evidence that fits whatever regime your assessor sets.
Where fire door closers fit in Cardiff
The need for fire door closers usually arises in offices or schools, and sometimes HMOs. Each has its own pressures, such as residents at home or a building that must stay open, so we plan the sequence of work in Cardiff to keep escape routes protected throughout.
From enquiry to handover in Cardiff
- Check the door, frame and existing closer
- Select a closer suited to the leaf and use
- Fit to the template and the door's evidence
- Adjust closing and latching speeds
- Test from wide and small opening angles
- Record the closer and its settings
Guide prices in Cardiff
If you need a budget figure first, the guide for fire door closers is £90–£220 per closer supplied and fitted; adjustment visits from £195, ex VAT. We firm that up after a survey, pricing each door separately so you can see where the money goes.
Nearby areas we cover from Cardiff
As well as Cardiff, we cover neighbouring towns including Penarth, Caerphilly and Barry. The survey and quote are free.
Questions from Cardiff
Do you cover CF10 and nearby postcodes?
Yes. We cover Cardiff including CF10, and nearby towns such as Penarth and Caerphilly. The survey and written quote are free.
How quickly can you survey in Cardiff?
It depends on the number of doors and access, but we offer survey dates as soon as we reply to your enquiry. If an inspection has found urgent safety issues, tell us and we'll prioritise.
What is a free-swing closer?
A closer that lets the door swing freely in normal use and closes it when the fire alarm operates. It suits care settings and people who find doors heavy.
Can a fire door closer be too strong?
Yes. An over-powered or badly set closer makes the door hard to open and may lead people to wedge it. The goal is reliable closing with a reasonable opening force.