Fire exit doors in Rochester

Fire exit doors in Rochester: how we work

Getting fire exit doors right in Rochester means choosing a certified doorset for each opening and fitting it exactly as tested. That's the whole service: survey, schedule, certified doorset, careful installation and the paperwork to prove it.

Rochester is about 8 miles from Maidstone; we cover both, along with Chatham, Strood and Gillingham.

Fire door rules in Rochester

In Rochester, as across England, Approved Document B governs new work and the Fire Safety Order 2005 governs existing premises. Note that Approved Document B is removing the BS 476 fire-resistance test references on 2 September 2029, so specifications are moving to EN classifications such as E30 Sa.

Guide prices in Rochester

Budget around £1,200 to £2,200 per single doorset for fire exit doors supplied and fitted in Rochester, excluding VAT. We price each opening separately so nothing is hidden in a lump sum.

The biggest price drivers are leaf size, glazing, finish and ironmongery; upper floors without lifts and restricted parking can also affect fitting cost.

Where fire exit doors are needed

Typical uses for fire exit doors in Rochester include schools and community buildings and offices and venues.

Kent's Medway towns, county town of Maidstone and coastal resorts bring a mix of flats, HMOs, hotels and converted seaside buildings.

Schools and community buildings
Offices and venues
Shops and showrooms
Warehouses and factories

Doorset specification

Hardware	Panic bars to BS EN 1125 or emergency exit devices to BS EN 179
Construction	Steel or timber, single or double
Fire rating	Where the external wall or adjacent escape route requires it
Security	Outside access control and LPS 1175 options
Weathering	External thresholds and seals

See the full specification and options for Fire Exit Doors

From enquiry to handover

Tell us about the doors — photos help
Free measure survey at your Rochester property
Door-by-door schedule and fixed price
Installation and handover pack

Fire exit doors in Rochester: questions

Do you remove the old doors?

Yes. Removal and disposal of the old door and frame is included when we replace a doorset in Rochester.

Can you work around tenants or staff in Rochester?

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.

Is the survey in Rochester free?

Yes. We measure and schedule your doors at no cost and send a fixed, itemised quote.

Can a fire exit door be locked?

Not in a way that prevents instant exit without a key while the building is occupied. Panic and emergency exit hardware achieves security and escape together.