Fire door ironmongery in Richmond, done to the evidence
If you need fire door ironmongery in Richmond, we can survey, supply and install, then leave you the evidence your fire risk assessor will ask for.
Buildings in and around Richmond range from shared houses to purpose-built blocks of flats and care homes. Whatever the building, the standard is the same: certified products, correct gaps, seals and closers, and a frame sealed to the wall.
We supply ironmongery for Richmond fire doors that matches each door's test evidence. Signage for fire doors in Richmond buildings is fitted as part of the job, not as an afterthought.
Common hardware defects
Inspections regularly find missing hinge screws, mismatched hinges, plastic-bodied latches, unapproved bolts and locks fitted without intumescent protection. We replace them with items covered by the door's evidence and fit the matching pads and linings.
On a typical job that means:
- Bolts and selectors where specified
- Intumescent pads and lock linings
- Lever handles, pull handles and push plates
- Fire-rated hinges, commonly grade 13
Fire door law for Richmond properties
Fire doors in Richmond fall under English rules. New and replacement doors are covered by the Building Regulations 2010 and Approved Document B. In workplaces and the common parts of blocks, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, as clarified by the Fire Safety Act 2021, puts the duty on the responsible person to keep fire doors suitable and maintained. Enforcement of fire safety law in Richmond sits with the London Fire Brigade.
For residential buildings in Richmond above 11 metres, regulation 10 of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 adds checks: communal fire doors at least every three months and best-endeavours checks of flat entrance doors at least every twelve months. Higher-risk buildings of at least 18 metres or seven storeys also come under the Building Safety Act 2022, where works may need approval from the Building Safety Regulator.
Buildings and duty holders in Richmond
The need for fire door ironmongery usually arises in offices or hotels, 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 Richmond to keep escape routes protected throughout.
The steps on a Richmond installation
- Identify the door's certification and hardware schedule
- List items that need replacing
- Supply matching hardware
- Fit with correct pads and linings
- Check operation, closing and latching
- Record what was fitted
Guide prices in Richmond
If you need a budget figure first, the guide for fire door ironmongery is from £40 for minor items to £350 for a full hardware set per door, ex VAT. We firm that up after a survey, pricing each door separately so you can see where the money goes.
Richmond and neighbouring towns
We also cover towns near Richmond, including Isleworth (2.9 km away), Hounslow and Barnes. If your building is in TW9 or a neighbouring district, the service and pricing are the same.
Questions from Richmond
Do you work in Richmond?
Yes, we take on fire door ironmongery in Richmond and the surrounding area, including Isleworth and Hounslow. Send your postcode and a few details and we'll come back with survey dates.
How quickly can you survey in Richmond?
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.
How many hinges does a fire door need?
Usually at least three, of the type and grade specified in the door's evidence. Heavier or taller doors may need more.
Can I fit a new lock to a fire door?
Only one that is covered by the door's test evidence, fitted with the correct intumescent protection. A larger lock body or new holes can compromise the door.