Intumescent strips and smoke seals in Portadown, done to the evidence
We provide intumescent strips and smoke seals in Portadown (BT62 and the surrounding postcodes), from the first survey through to a documented handover.
Fire doors in Portadown protect escape routes in family homes after loft conversions, care homes and schools alike. We adapt the programme to the building and its occupants, never the standard of the installation.
Painted and missing seals are among the most common fire door defects nationally; in Portadown we replace them with the type and size the certification specifies. Seal replacement in Portadown can be combined with any other remedials on the same inspection report.
Why seals fail
Seals are the most common defect on fire door inspections. They get painted over, pulled out, damaged by cleaning or simply worn by years of use. A painted brush seal no longer seals, and a strip of the wrong size may not close the gap in a fire. Our guide to seals explains the different types.
What you get:
- Intumescent pads to hinges and locks
- Removal of damaged or painted seals
- Identification of the specified seals
- Brush or blade smoke seals
Rules and responsibilities in Portadown
Fire door work in Portadown follows Northern Ireland's rules: the Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012, with Technical Booklet E as the fire safety guidance, and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010 for premises covered by the 2006 Order.
Council building control handles building work approvals in Northern Ireland, and your fire risk assessment sets the inspection frequency for doors in Portadown.
Buildings and duty holders in Portadown
Typical settings for intumescent strips and smoke seals include HMOs, schools and offices. In Portadown, as anywhere, the duty holder varies: a responsible person for a workplace, a landlord or managing agent for a block or HMO, or a homeowner after building work. We adjust access, timing and paperwork to suit whoever commissions the work.
The steps on a Portadown installation
- Identify door certification and seal specification
- Remove failed seals and clean the grooves
- Fit new strips and seals to the specified positions
- Fit missing pads and lock linings
- Check the door closes and latches against the new seals
- Record the products fitted
Budgeting for intumescent strips and smoke seals in Portadown
As a guide, budget £45–£110 per door to supply and fit strips and seals, ex VAT for intumescent strips and smoke seals. The figure for your Portadown building depends on the number of doors, the rating, the condition of the frames, finishes, hardware and access. We confirm a fixed price after the free survey.
Around Portadown
We also cover towns near Portadown, including Craigavon (4.6 km away), Newry and Lisburn. If your building is in BT62 or a neighbouring district, the service and pricing are the same.
Common questions
Do you work in Portadown?
Yes, we take on intumescent strips and smoke seals in Portadown and the surrounding area, including Craigavon and Newry. Send your postcode and a few details and we'll come back with survey dates.
How quickly can you survey in Portadown?
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 long do seals last?
It depends on use and care. Seals on busy doors wear faster. Regular inspections will show when they need replacing.
Can smoke seals be painted?
No. Paint stops brush and blade seals working. If seals have been painted, they should be replaced.