What the sample shows
- A six-bedroom house share (HMO) with 8 fire doors surveyed.
- Every door listed with its rating, result, priority and action.
- A detail sheet for one door, with photos and measured gaps.
- A costed schedule of works, using our current guide prices.
- The property and findings are made up. The format is the one we use.
Sample Fire Door Survey Report: Download the PDF
Sample fire door survey report (PDF, 4 pages)
Free and ungated. Illustrative sample only, not a record of a real inspection.
A fire door survey report is the record you show a council, insurer, buyer or fire risk assessor. A good one is easy to read, backed by photos and clear about what to do next. Here is how ours is laid out, page by page.
What Is in a Fire Door Survey Report?
The Report Summary Page
The first page tells you where you stand in under a minute. It shows how many doors were checked, how many passed and how many need repairs or replacing.
- Building details, the reason for the survey and the report reference.
- Totals for doors surveyed, passed, to repair and to replace.
- Faults grouped by priority: high, medium and advisory.
- Key findings in plain words.
- An estimated cost for all the works.
The Fire Door Schedule
The door schedule lists every fire door with a reference number. Each row shows where the door is, what rating we found, the result, the priority and the action.
Door numbers matter. They link the schedule to the photos, the detail sheets and the costs. They also make future inspections faster, as every report refers to the same doors.
Fire Door Detail Sheets and Photos
Each door that needs work gets a detail sheet. It shows the photos, each part we checked and what we found, including measured gaps.
| Part | What we check |
|---|---|
| Door leaf | Damage, holes, swelling and whether it is a real fire door |
| Frame and fixings | Splits, loose fixings and the gap behind the frame |
| Hinges | Number, rating, wear and missing screws |
| Self-closer | Whether the door closes and latches from any position |
| Seals | Intumescent strips and smoke seals, missing, damaged or painted |
| Gaps | Measured at the head, both sides and the bottom |
| Glass | Fire-rated glass and the right beads and seals |
| Signs and label | Keep shut signs and proof of the door’s rating |
In a real report, every photo is taken on site and linked to the door number. In this sample, drawings are used instead.
The Costed Fire Door Schedule of Works
The last page turns the findings into a plan. Each fix has a guide price, and the works are grouped into a suggested order, most urgent first.
The sample works come to £1,010–£2,005 before VAT, using our current guide prices. You can use the schedule to get quotes from us or other firms. See how much fire door work costs for more examples.
How Fire Door Report Priorities Work
| Priority | What it means | When to fix | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | The door will not hold back fire or smoke | Within days | No working closer on a kitchen door |
| Medium | The door may fail in a fire | Within a few weeks | Gaps too wide, or seals painted over |
| Advisory | Does not stop the door working | At the next visit | A missing keep shut sign |
Ranking faults this way means you spend money where it matters first. It also shows a council or assessor that you have a clear, sensible plan.
How People Use a Fire Door Survey Report
HMO licence applications
Shows the council every door has been checked, with a plan for any faults. See HMO fire door requirements.
Fire risk assessment actions
Gives your assessor the detail they need to close out door actions.
Budgets and approvals
Costed lines make it easy to approve spend, phase by phase.
Tenders and quotes
Every contractor prices the same list, so quotes are easy to compare.
Buying or leasing
Know the cost of door work before you sign.
Leaseholders and residents
Explains clearly which doors need work, and why.
What to Do After You Get a Fire Door Report
- 1
Fix high-priority doors first
These protect the escape route, so book them within days.
- 2
Plan the rest
Group medium and advisory items into one visit to save cost.
- 3
Get the works signed off
A re-check after the works updates the report and closes each item.
- 4
Keep it up to date
Regular inspections keep the report current, so you never start from scratch.
Fire Door Report Questions
What should a fire door inspection report include?
A good report lists every door with a reference, location and result. It should include photos of each fault, measured gaps, the reason each door failed and a clear action. A survey report also adds sizes and a price for each fix.
Is this a real fire door report?
No. It is an illustrative sample. The property, doors and findings are made up, and drawings replace site photos. The layout, headings and level of detail are the same as the reports we send to clients.
Do I need to give my email to download the sample?
No. The PDF is free and ungated. Click the download button and it opens straight away. We think you should see what you are paying for before you book.
Will the council accept a fire door report like this?
Councils look for clear, dated records that show every door was checked and faults were dealt with. A report in this format, followed by proof of the repairs, gives them that. Always check your own licence conditions too.
How long after a survey do I get the report?
Usually within a few working days. If you have a deadline, such as a purchase or a council date, tell us when you book and we will do our best to send it sooner.
Can I share the report with other contractors?
Yes. The report is yours. Many clients use the costed schedule to get quotes from more than one firm. Because everyone prices the same list, the quotes are easy to compare.
Does the report include fire door photos?
Yes. Every fault is photographed on site and linked to the door number. Photos make it easy to see each problem without a second visit, and they prove the condition of the door on the day.
How long is a fire door report valid?
A report shows the doors on the day of the visit. Doors change quickly in busy buildings, so most clients follow up with regular inspections, often every six months, to keep the record current.