BS 8214 Focused| Serving Leicester, Midlands & London
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Genuine UK FD30 fire door in a modern commercial office corridor, inspected and maintained by Projectfiredoors Ltd
Midlands & UK Fire Door Compliance Specialists

Fire Door Compliance That Protects Lives and Property

Professional fire-door inspections, installations, remedial works and ongoing maintenance delivered by experienced specialists working to British fire-safety standards.

10+ Yrs Carpentry
6+ Yrs Fire Doors
24-Point Inspections
FD30 & FD60 Rated
BS 8214 Focused
Fully Insured
6-Month Warranty

10+

Years Carpentry

6+

Years Fire Doors

24

Point Inspection

100%

BS 8214 Focused

Close-up of certified UK FD30 fire door with ironmongery, hinges, intumescent strips and fire door signage

Certified Fire Door Detail

Intumescent Strips • Ironmongery • BS 8214 Compliance

About Projectfiredoors Ltd

Built on Carpentry Excellence & Genuine Fire Safety Integrity

Projectfiredoors Ltd is a family-run fire-door specialist founded by Director Jake Palmer after over ten years working as a master carpenter. Jake wanted to broaden his technical experience, tackle complex life-safety challenges, and apply deep timber craftsmanship to protect lives, businesses and property across the UK.

With more than ten years of carpentry experience and over six years of dedicated fire-door specialization, our company delivers meticulous 24-point inspections, compliant FD30/FD60 doorset installations, and precise remedial repairs. Our long-term ambition is to stand as the Midlands' most trusted fire-door partner.

Reliability & Honesty
Expert Workmanship
Clear Reports
Competitive Pricing
Complete Fire Safety Capability

Comprehensive Fire Door Services

From initial 24-point compliance audits to custom FD60 installations and historical restorations, we ensure every door leaf performs precisely when needed.

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Fire Door Inspections

Comprehensive 24-point door leaf, frame, seal and hardware checks delivering actionable compliance reports.

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Fire Door Surveys

Full building fire door scheduling and inventory mapping for property managers, local authorities and housing associations.

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Fire Door Installations

Expert fitting of FD30 & FD60 timber fire doorsets, frame replacements, acoustic and security rated units.

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Fire Door Remedial Works

Cost-effective repair and restoration bringing non-compliant doors back up to required safety standards without total replacement.

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Fire Door Maintenance

Routine adjustments, latch alignments, closer testing, and seal replacements for active high-traffic buildings.

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Planned Maintenance Packages

Custom quarterly, bi-annual or annual maintenance plans designed for commercial and residential duty holders.

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Fire Door Compliance

End-to-end guidance to align your premises with Responsible Person legislation, BS 8214 and Building Regs.

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Passive Fire Protection

Compartmentation perimeter sealing, structural fire-stopping, and intumescent foam penetration seals.

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Ironmongery Upgrades

CE/UKCA marked hinges, panic hardware, mortise latches, handles and fire-tested magnetic holders.

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Intumescent Strips & Smoke Seals

Precision routing and fitting of combined cold smoke seals and expanding graphite fire strips.

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Door Closer Installation & Repairs

Fitting and setting overhead rack-and-pinion closers, concealed transoms and floor springs to Power Size 3+.

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Door Adjustments

Resolving sticking, binding, threshold friction and gap discrepancies for flawless self-closing operation.

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Emergency Fire Door Repairs

Rapid response repairs for broken latches, forced entry damage, blown glass or compromised closers.

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Bespoke & Historic Fire Door Restoration

Sympathetic fire upgrading for Grade I and II listed timber doors without destroying original heritage detail.

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Intumescent Paint Solutions

Specialist fire retardant clear coats and colored timber coatings upgrading solid wood panels to Class 0 / Euroclass B.

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Rigorous Compliance Methodology

Our Comprehensive 24-Point Fire Door Inspection

Every door leaf and frame assembly in your premises is evaluated against 24 strict safety criteria. We leave nothing to chance—checking everything from perimeter gap tolerances to intumescent strip continuity and EN 1154 closer latching power.

Full Digital Photo Report

Detailed photographic evidence for every defect identified.

Actionable Remedial Schedule

Categorized list prioritizing life-critical fixes vs minor maintenance.

Insurance & Fire Authority Ready

Supports legal compliance for Responsible Persons under Fire Safety Regs 2022.

Interactive 24-Point Checklist

Click any check for details
#1Door Leaf Condition
#2Frame & Casing Integrity
#3Perimeter Gap Tolerances
#4Under-Door Threshold Clearance
#5Hinge Specification & Condition
#6Screw Fixing Security
#7Overhead Door Closer Operation
#8Intumescent Fire Seals
#9Cold Smoke Seals
#10Fire-Resistant Vision Glazing
#11Latch & Lock Mechanisms
#12Mandatory Fire Signage
#13Handles & Levers
#14Threshold Seals & Drop Seals
#15Door Selector / Coordinator
#16Meeting Stile Alignment
#17Fire-Rating Plug / Cert Tag
#18Electromagnetic Hold-Open Devices
#19Flush Bolts & Panic Hardware
#20Structural Frame Void Sealing
#21Latching Power & Speed Calibration
#22Previous Alteration Assessment
#23Letterbox & Catflap Inspection
#24Overall Environmental Suitability
Full Certified Replacement

FD30 and FD60 Certified Fire Door Installations

Where existing frames or door leaves are severely damaged or non-compliant, Projectfiredoors Ltd supplies and installs fully certified FD30 and FD60 timber doorsets. Every installation includes frame fire-stopping, precision gap adjustment, intumescent seals, and certified ironmongery.

  • Complete frame replacement & structural void fire stopping
  • Standard timber leaves, custom architectural finishes & vision panels
  • Typical installation time up to 8 hours per door leaf for zero compromise quality
White FD30 fire exit door with vision panel, overhead door closer, chrome ironmongery and certified fire exit signage by Projectfiredoors Ltd
Fire Door Remedial Work — blue FD30 fire door with overhead door closer, chrome ironmongery and certified brick-wall installation by Projectfiredoors Ltd
Cost-Effective Compliance

Fire Door Remedial Works & Repairs

Existing fire doors do not always need total replacement! We save building owners thousands of pounds by restoring suitable doors back to full compliance through precision carpenter remedies.

• Gap tolerance adjustment
• Smoke seal & intumescent strip replacement
• Hinge & closer replacement
• Frame & timber leaf repair
Not sure whether your doors need replacing? Book a survey before committing to an expensive full installation.

Standards & Regulations We Work Towards

BS 8214
FD30 & FD60
Approved Document B
Fire Safety Regulations 2022
FireQual Qualified
CSCS Registered
Full Public & Employers Liability

Work is completed with reference to applicable fire-door guidance (BS 8214), manufacturer tested instructions, and project-specific safety requirements.

Tailored Expertise

Sectors We Protect

Specific compliance requirements managed across all healthcare, education, commercial, and residential sectors.

Care Homes & Healthcare

Strict annual and quarterly compliance checks protecting vulnerable residents who require clear egress and dependable compartmentation.

Schools & Higher Education

High-traffic educational facilities requiring robust hardware, tamper-proof closers, and frequent term-time gap adjustments.

Offices & Corporate Buildings

Sleek architectural fire doorsets, magnetic hold-opens, and access control integrations for modern workplace compliance.

Hotels & Hospitality

Aesthetic guestroom FD30 doors with drop seals, concealed closers, and high sound attenuation matching luxury interiors.

Apartment Blocks & HMOs

Meeting Fire Safety England Regulations 2022 flat entrance door inspections and communal staircase fire doors.

Residential Developments

New build timber doorset installations, compartmentation sealing, and developer handed-over compliance sign-offs.

Commercial & Industrial Units

Heavy-duty steel or timber fire doorsets engineered for warehouses, loading bays, and plant rooms.

Main Contractors & Fit-Out

Reliable carpentry and fire-door subcontracting services with certified installation logbooks.

Housing Associations

Large-scale fire door survey, schedule remediation, and tenant notification management across social housing stock.

Property Management Companies

Turnkey multi-site fire door maintenance, digital reporting, and urgent defect resolution.

Local Authorities & Councils

Compliant fire safety upgrades for municipal facilities, civic centers, and public leisure spaces.

Listed & Historic Buildings

Specialist historical timber restoration and bespoke fire upgrading preserving heritage moldings.

Protecting a Historic Building Without Losing Its Character
Featured Case Study
3 St Mary's Gate, Derby • Grade II Listed Building

Protecting a Historic Building Without Losing Its Character

Restoring Victorian timber doors in a Grade II listed property was a complex challenge. Our carpenter-led team achieved FD30 compliance while preserving original heritage moldings and proportions.

FD30 & FD60 Electrical Risers & Compartmentation
Restoration of original Victorian door leaves
100% Conservation Officer & Fire Authority Sign-Off
The Projectfiredoors Advantage

Why Duty Holders Choose Us

Family-Run Personal Care

Direct communication with Director Jake Palmer. Personal accountability and respect on every site.

Master Carpentry Background

Over 10 years of timber construction expertise ensuring precise frame fitting and seamless lip repairs.

Six-Month Warranty

We back our workmanship with a written six-month guarantee alongside manufacturer guarantees.

Clear Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees or unnecessary full replacements where cost-effective remedial repair works.

Detailed Digital Reports

Auditable photographic logs supporting your Fire Risk Assessment and insurance records.

Ongoing Planned Maintenance

Quarterly and bi-annual maintenance plans to keep your fire door estate compliant long-term.

Our Streamlined 5-Step Process

How we guide your premises to complete fire door compliance

01

Send Enquiry

Contact us via form, phone or WhatsApp with your building details.

02

Upload FRA

Upload existing Fire Risk Assessment or door schedule for review.

03

Site Inspection

Our specialist conducts a 24-point check on every door assembly.

04

Quotation & Report

Receive photographic findings and fixed remedial/installation quote.

05

Execution & Warranty

Works completed with 6-month warranty and compliance logbook.

Expert Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions

Request a Fire Door Quotation

Provide brief details about your project for a fast, competitive response from Director Jake Palmer.

Do You Know Whether Your Fire Doors Are Compliant?

Book a professional inspection and receive clear information about the condition of your doors, any defects identified and the work required.

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