Fire Door Installation & Maintenance Services
Complete Solutions for Fire Door Safety and Compliance
At Metrix Contractors, we offer expert Fire Door Installation & Maintenance services to help you protect buildings, people and assets while meeting regulatory requirements. Fire doors form a vital part of your passive fire protection strategy — slowing the spread of fire and smoke, preserving escape routes and helping to save lives in an emergency.
Whether you need brand-new fire doors fitted or ongoing maintenance for existing doors, our skilled team delivers high-quality, compliant solutions tailored to your property type.
Why Fire Door Installation Matters
What Is a Fire Door?
A fire door is a purpose-built door set designed to resist fire and smoke for a specified period — typically 30 minutes (FD30), 60 minutes (FD60) or longer — giving occupants vital time to evacuate safely. Fire doors are most effective when made up of all certified components (door leaf, frame, seals, ironmongery and intumescent strips) installed correctly.
Legal and Safety Requirements
In the UK, fire safety is governed by Building Regulations and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, which require fire doors to be correctly installed and maintained to be “fit for purpose”. Responsible Persons — such as building owners or managers — are legally obligated to ensure fire doors do their job when needed.
Improper installation can compromise a door’s fire resistance, even if the door is of the correct specification — making professional installation essential.
Our Fire Door Installation Service
Tailored Installation for All Building Types
We supply and install high-performance fire doors for a wide range of buildings, including:
- Residential blocks and HMOs
- Commercial and retail premises
- Care homes and healthcare facilities
- Industrial buildings
Each installation is planned around your specific requirements and safety strategy.
Quality You Can Trust
Our installations:
- Use certified fire doors and doorsets with the correct fire-resistance rating.
- Follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions to preserve fire integrity.
- Include compatible hardware (intumescent seals, closers, hinges, handles).
- Are carried out by competent, trained installers with practical fire door expertise.
Comprehensive Fire Door Maintenance
Why Maintenance Is Essential
Even well-installed fire doors can deteriorate over time due to wear, damage or misuse. Regular maintenance ensures doors continue to perform as intended, protecting people and property.
Our maintenance services cover:
- Periodic inspections of door condition, hardware and seals
- Adjusting or replacing worn ironmongery
- Repairing or replacing seals and smoke strips
- Corrective work to restore fire-resisting performance
Fire Door Maintenance Schedules
We work with you to establish routine maintenance intervals based on your building’s use and risk profile. Frequent checking helps you meet compliance obligations and keeps fire doors in prime condition.
Why Choose Metrix Contractors?
- Expertise: Specialist knowledge of fire door installation, standards and compliance.
- Quality Assurance: Materials and workmanship that meet industry benchmarks.
- Clear Communication: We explain your options and what needs to be done in plain terms.
- Flexible Services: From single doors to full building solutions.
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