Fire safety inDurham.
In Durham we're mostly in and around the city's student housing in Gilesgate, Neville's Cross and Claypath, the shops on Silver Street and North Road, and the units at Belmont Industrial Estate.
What we do in Durham
Fire risk assessments
Durham's selective licensing and HMO rules mean landlords here get asked for a written assessment more often than most. We know what the council's housing team expects to see and write reports accordingly.
- Full walk-round of the premises
- Photographed findings
- Prioritised action plan
- Review reminder each year
Extinguishers & equipment
Extinguisher supply and BS 5306-3 servicing for Durham businesses, landlords and village halls, with a reminder each year so it never lapses.
- Free on-site survey
- Supply and installation
- Annual BS 5306-3 servicing
- Certificates for your logbook
Fire door inspections
Student HMOs and listed conversions in Durham throw up more fire door problems than modern stock. We inspect and report; we don't do the remedial work, so the advice you get is straight.
- Gaps, seals and hinges
- Closers, latches and glazing
- Pass / fail schedule per door
- Written for your contractor
“The fire risk assessment was very professional. Efficient when booking and really helpful with the work needed afterwards.”
Durham fire safety questions
How quickly can you get to Durham?
Durham is well within our usual working patch, so most jobs are booked within a few days and urgent work often the same week. Evening and weekend appointments are available if daytime access is difficult.
Who enforces fire safety in Durham?
County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service is the enforcing authority for the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and Durham County Council handles housing and HMO licensing standards. Our reports are written so they satisfy both.
Do you do the remedial work as well?
No. We inspect, assess and report. We don't fit doors or carry out building work, so nothing in your report is there to sell you something. We're happy to explain the findings to whoever does the work.
What does it cost?
Price depends on the size and type of the premises. Tell us what and where the building is and we'll give you a fixed price before we visit. No charge for the quote.
Nearby areas we cover
Need fire safety work in Durham?
Tell us about your premises and we’ll come back with a fixed price.