FD30 Fire Doorsets for Chelmsford buildings
Need FD30 fire doors in Chelmsford? We supply and fit complete certified doorsets across Essex, starting with a free measure survey in and around CM1. Every quote lists each door, its rating and the manufacturer's certificate reference, so you know exactly what is going in before anything is ordered.
We cover CM1 and the surrounding area, including Billericay. Tell us your postcode and preferred dates and we'll confirm a survey slot.
Which rules apply in Chelmsford?
Because Chelmsford is in England, the starting point is Approved Document B for the specification and the Fire Safety Order 2005 for ongoing duties. Blocks with a storey above 11 metres also fall under regulation 10 of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022: communal fire doors checked at least every three months, flat front doors at least every year.
Cost of FD30 fire doors in Essex
Expect roughly £750–£1,150 per single doorset for FD30 fire doors, fitted, ex VAT. Your Chelmsford quote is fixed after survey and itemised door by door.
The biggest price drivers are leaf size, glazing, finish and ironmongery; upper floors without lifts and restricted parking can also affect fitting cost.
Where FD30 fire doors are needed
Wherever they are in Chelmsford, FD30 fire doors are most often specified for hotel corridors and plant rooms and stores.
Essex covers commuter towns, new estates and large town-centre flat developments, from Southend and Basildon to Chelmsford and Colchester.
- Hotel corridors
- Plant rooms and stores
- Offices and retail back-of-house
- HMO bedrooms and kitchens
What you get with each doorset
| Fire resistance | 30 minutes integrity (FD30 / E30); EI30 where insulation is specified |
|---|---|
| Typical leaf | 44mm timber, flush or with vision panel |
| Test evidence | BS 476-22 or BS EN 1634-1, plus the manufacturer's field of application |
| Closer | Overhead closer to BS EN 1154 (except locked cupboards) |
| Hinges | Three CE/UKCA-marked hinges to BS EN 1935, grade 13 typical |
See the full specification and options for FD30 Fire Doorsets
How it works in Chelmsford
- Tell us about the doors — photos help
- Free measure survey at your Chelmsford property
- Door-by-door schedule and fixed price
- Installation and handover pack
Your questions answered
Can you work around tenants or staff in Chelmsford?
Yes. We phase work in occupied buildings and keep escape routes available. Each door is planned to be removed and replaced the same day; if that isn't possible, the opening is made secure and we tell you in advance.
Which rules do FD30 fire doors in Chelmsford need to meet?
They are specified to Approved Document B (England) and your fire risk assessment or fire strategy. We confirm the rating of each door at survey.
Do you remove the old doors?
Yes. Removal and disposal of the old door and frame is included when we replace a doorset in Chelmsford.
How thick is an FD30 door?
Most FD30 timber leaves are 44mm thick. FD60 leaves are typically 54mm.
FD30 Fire Doorsets near Chelmsford
- Billericay (7 miles)
- Witham (9 miles)
- Maldon (9 miles)
- Wickford (9 miles)
- Braintree (11 miles)
- Brentwood (11 miles)
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