Fire door survey & repair in Devizes

You must book a survey if you manage a block of flats over 11 metres tall. The law requires regular safety checks to protect residents.

• When you manage communal blocks
• If doors do not close fully
• After any major building work
• If you see large gaps
• When your fire assessment is due
• To keep your insurance valid

A qualified inspector will check each door using special tools to measure gaps. They need to see both sides of the door to be thorough.

• Inspector measures door frame gaps
• They test the self-closing hinges
• Seals and strips are checked
• Glass and handles are inspected
• Takes 15 to 30 minutes per door
• You receive a full safety report

Having certified doors gives you peace of mind that your home is safe. It ensures that in an emergency, fire and smoke stay contained.

• Protects lives during a fire
• Keeps your legal records clear
• Avoids expensive fines for owners
• Stops smoke leaking into hallways
• Increases resident confidence and safety

The surveyor will look for small faults that could let smoke through. They check that the door shuts tight without anyone pushing it.

• Are the heat-sensitive seals intact
• Does the door latch properly
• Are the hinges fitted correctly
• Is the safety glass undamaged
• Are there any illegal locks