Getting steel fire doors right in Eastleigh
We provide steel fire doors in Eastleigh (SO50 and the surrounding postcodes), from the first survey through to a documented handover.
Fire doors in Eastleigh protect escape routes in schools, high-street shops and houses with integral garages alike. We adapt the programme to the building and its occupants, never the standard of the installation.
Plant rooms, bin stores and warehouses in and around Eastleigh often call for steel doorsets that can take knocks and damp. For steel fire doors in Eastleigh we order factory-prepared doorsets so the hardware matches the test evidence exactly.
Security and finishes
Steel fire doors can combine fire resistance with security features such as heavier locks and anti-jemmy details, within the evidence. They are usually powder coated in a range of colours, which gives a hard-wearing finish for back-of-house areas.
As standard, the work covers:
- Factory-prepared hinges and hardware
- Frame anchoring and gap sealing to instructions
- Single and double steel doorsets
- Powder-coated finishes
Which fire door rules apply in Eastleigh?
Fire doors in Eastleigh 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 Eastleigh 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.
Who needs steel fire doors in Eastleigh?
You are most likely to need steel fire doors if you look after workshops, warehouses or plant rooms. Whatever the building in Eastleigh, we survey each opening and tell you which doors need work and which do not.
From enquiry to handover in Eastleigh
- Survey the opening, wall type and use
- Specify rating, size, hardware and finish
- Order factory-prepared steel doorset
- Remove existing door and prepare the opening
- Anchor, pack and seal the frame; hang the leaf
- Commission closer and locks; record evidence
Guide prices in Eastleigh
If you need a budget figure first, the guide for steel fire doors is £900–£2,200 per steel doorset supplied and fitted, ex VAT. We firm that up after a survey, pricing each door separately so you can see where the money goes.
Eastleigh and neighbouring towns
Eastleigh is about 7.9 km from Southampton, and we cover both, along with nearby Winchester and Totton. Send us your postcode and we'll confirm survey dates.
Questions
Do you work in Eastleigh?
Yes, we take on steel fire doors in Eastleigh and the surrounding area, including Southampton and Winchester. Send your postcode and a few details and we'll come back with survey dates.
How quickly can you survey in Eastleigh?
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 steel doorsets take to make?
Steel doorsets are usually made to order with factory-prepared hardware, so allow a few weeks. We confirm the lead time with your quote.
Are steel fire doors better than timber?
Not better, just suited to different places. Steel doors are tougher and resist damp and impact, so they suit plant rooms and industrial areas. Timber doors are more common in residential and office interiors.