Fire door ironmongery in New Milton: what's involved
If you need fire door ironmongery in New Milton, we can survey, supply and install, then leave you the evidence your fire risk assessor will ask for.
Buildings in and around New Milton range from houses with integral garages to small offices and family homes after loft conversions. Whatever the building, the standard is the same: certified products, correct gaps, seals and closers, and a frame sealed to the wall.
Missing hinge screws and unsuitable locks are routine findings on fire door inspections everywhere; in New Milton we replace them with hardware covered by each door's evidence. Signage for fire doors in New Milton buildings is fitted as part of the job, not as an afterthought.
Signage
Most fire doors need a sign saying whether they should be kept shut, kept locked or are automatic. We fit signage appropriate to the door's use as part of the installation.
Each installation includes:
- Intumescent pads and lock linings
- Fire door signage
- Fire-rated hinges, commonly grade 13
- Locks and latches covered by the evidence
Rules and responsibilities in New Milton
Fire doors in New Milton 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.
For residential buildings in New Milton 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.
Where fire door ironmongery fit in New Milton
You are most likely to need fire door ironmongery if you look after offices, schools or hotels. Whatever the building in New Milton, we survey each opening and tell you which doors need work and which do not.
How a New Milton job runs
- 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
What does fire door ironmongery cost in New Milton?
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.
New Milton and neighbouring towns
Nearby towns we cover include Christchurch, Bournemouth and Hythe. Distance from New Milton does not change our guide prices, and the survey and quote are free.
Common questions
Do you work in New Milton?
Yes, we take on fire door ironmongery in New Milton and the surrounding area, including Christchurch and Bournemouth. Send your postcode and a few details and we'll come back with survey dates.
Do I need to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to give us access to the doors. For blocks and commercial buildings, a caretaker or site contact is fine; for HMOs and homes, we agree a time with you or your tenants.
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.
Are brass hinges acceptable on fire doors?
Only if they are fire tested and covered by the door's evidence. Many decorative hinges are not.