How often do fire doors need checking in flats?

It depends on the height of the block.

In a building over 11 metres with two or more homes, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 ask for the fire doors in the communal areas to be checked at least every three months.

Flat entrance doors are checked at least every 12 months, using best endeavours. If you cannot get in, you keep a record of the attempt.

The checks include making sure the self-closing device works.

In any block of flats, of any height, residents have to be told how to treat fire doors. Keep them shut. Do not tamper with the closer. Report faults straight away.

Records are part of the job. Write down what was checked, what was wrong and what was done.

Not sure of the height? It is measured to the top storey. Ask your assessor.

When a check finds a fault, send us the list. We will price each door.