Failed doors swapped for certified ones
Our fire door replacement in London swaps doors that can no longer be saved for new certified doorsets. We remove the old door, fit the new one and leave you with the paperwork.
Fire door replacement explained
Fire door replacement means taking out a failed or unknown door and fitting a new certified doorset. The new door, frame and hardware come as one tested set, fitted to the same standard as any new fire door installation.
It is the right answer when a door is too damaged to repair, or when nobody can prove what it is.
Splits, burns, warping and big holes weaken the core of a door. No repair can bring that back.
A door with no label or paperwork is a problem too. Without proof of its rating, it cannot be signed off as a fire door.
Many doors that fail an inspection can be put right with fire door repairs for far less. We will say so when that is the case.
As a fire door specialist, we replace only the doors that need it, keeping your budget for the work that matters.
Repair or replace?
Replacing a door costs more than fixing it. Here is how we decide which one you need.
What is included
A replacement is more than a new door. Every part of the opening is put right.
The opening and wall checked before we order.
Door and frame tested together as one set.
New strips, smoke seals and a sealed frame gap.
Hinges, closer and lock that suit the test evidence.
The right “keep shut” or “keep locked” sign.
Taken away and disposed of for you.
How it works
We plan each replacement so the building stays safe and in use.
We confirm it cannot be repaired and measure the opening.
You approve the rating, finish and hardware.
The old door comes out and the new doorset goes in.
Gaps and closing are checked and records handed over.
Building types
We plan replacement work around the people who use the building every day, from HMO fire door replacement between lets to busy hotels.
Bedroom and kitchen doors swapped with tenants kept informed.
See replacement optionsOffice and escape route doors changed out of hours.
See replacement optionsFlat entrance doors replaced with residents still at home.
See replacement optionsA few rooms at a time, so most rooms stay bookable.
See replacement optionsDoors swapped with care staff, keeping residents settled.
See replacement optionsSchools, clinics, churches and more. Tell us about the doors.
Ask for a quoteOn the day
Most single doorsets are swapped in a day. The opening is never left without a door overnight.
Signs
If a door shows any of these, a repair is unlikely to be enough.
Damage through the leaf weakens the fire-resisting core.
A twisted door will not sit evenly in its frame.
Unknown doors cannot be signed off as fire doors.
Burnt or swollen doors will not perform as tested.
Filler, foam or wrong parts used in old repairs.
Ordinary glass in a fire door often means a new door.
Pricing
Most fire door replacements are priced per doorset, including removal of the old door. The rating and the type of door make the biggest difference.
| Work | Guide price |
|---|---|
| FD30 internal doorset, supplied and fitted | £550–£950per door |
| FD60 doorset, supplied and fitted | £800–£1,300per door |
| FD30S flat entrance doorset, supplied and fitted | £1,100–£1,900per door |
| Old door removed and disposed of | £30–£60per door |
| Re-hang leaf and reset gaps | £80–£180per door |
Guide prices updated October 2026. Your fixed quote follows a visit or survey.
Damaged doors on an escape stair swapped for new doorsets.
£1,600–£2,600
Unknown doors replaced with FD30S flat entrance doorsets.
£8,800–£15,200
An FD60 door costs more than an FD30 door.
Vision panels and veneers add to the price.
Closers, locks and access control vary.
Bigger orders lower the price per door.
Areas covered
We replace fire doors in every London borough and the City of London.
Single urgent swaps and full building programmes are both handled by the same fitting teams.
For larger jobs we can stage the work floor by floor, so residents and staff are never without a working door.
Central London
North London
East London
South London
West London
Related services
A new door is not always the answer. These services may cost less or come first.
Fix a sound door for less than a new one.
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View serviceFAQ
Answers for anyone weighing up new fire doors.
A replacement FD30 doorset usually costs £550–£950 supplied and fitted, before VAT. FD60 doorsets are around £800–£1,300 and flat entrance doors £1,100–£1,900. Removal of the old door is included. Hardware such as access control or special locks can add to the price. You get a fixed quote after we measure each opening.
Splits, warping, fire or water damage, and no proof of rating are the main signs. If the leaf and frame are sound, a repair is often enough. A fire door inspection or survey will tell you for sure. Replacing only the doors that truly need it keeps your budget for the work that matters.
Usually not. A fire door is tested with its frame. Unless the frame is part of the same tested set and in good condition, both are replaced. Fitting a new leaf into an old frame is a common reason doors fail inspections. A full doorset costs a little more but is much easier to prove.
In most buildings, no. Flat owners may need the freeholder’s consent for front doors, and listed buildings may need listed building consent. Check your lease or with the council. Building Regulations also apply when fire doors are replaced in some buildings. We can advise on what applies before any work starts.
It depends on the lease. Communal doors are usually the freeholder’s responsibility. Flat entrance doors can belong to the leaseholder or the freeholder, so check the lease. If a flat door belongs to the leaseholder, the freeholder can still ask for it to be replaced if it is unsafe. Your managing agent can confirm who is responsible.
Most single doorsets are swapped in a day. Larger jobs are planned in stages so people are never without a working door. Doorsets usually need ordering first, which can take a week or more. Once they arrive, the swap itself is quick, and we plan the day so the opening is never left without a door.
We can match most paint, veneer and laminate finishes, plus the style of hardware. If a perfect match is not possible, we show you samples before ordering. For period buildings, a made-to-measure door may give a closer match.
We take them away and dispose of them. That is part of every replacement price. Old doors are removed on the same day the new doorset is fitted. Where possible, timber and metal parts are sent for recycling rather than landfill.
Next step
Tell us which doors have failed. We will tell you honestly if they need replacing, and what it will cost.
