Fire Doors - Complete Solutions to Ensure Compliance & Safety

At Panache Fire Services, we specialise in the installation, maintenance and surveying of fire doors

Fire doors are not only an integral aspect of passive fire protection, but also the most visible to you and your people. It is your responsibility in ensuring the safety of occupants by slowing the spread of fire, smoke, and harmful fumes.

Panache Fire Services is certificated under BMTRADA Q Mark certification schemes for fire door installation and maintenance. This 3rd party recognition provides our clients with the reassurance that all work carried out ensures their fire doors meet legislative standards.

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What is involved in the assessment of fire doors?

We offer a comprehensive range of services related to fire doors:

Installation – Our expert team ensures that all fire doors are installed according to manufacturer's / guidelines industry standards, ensuring optimal performance.

Surveying – Regular fire door surveys are essential to maintaining safety. We check areas like the door leaf, the frame, seals, hardware and glazing for defects and wear to ensure they meet fire safety standards.

Fire Door Safety Report - Following the survey, we can provide a full report of their fire safety level and even provide an inspection label for all doors that do comply, to confirm that they have been checked and pass the relevant safety measures.

Maintenance – Fire doors require ongoing maintenance to stay effective. We offer scheduled inspections and repairs to keep your building compliant.

The importance of fire door maintenance

A common problem we see is that your fire doors are not regularly inspected and over time and the integrity of the door as a passive fire protection measure is not maintained. This can happen because of:

Improper Installation – Poorly installed fire doors can fail during a fire, rendering it ineffective. Ensuring expert installation is critical to the door's success.

Wear and Tear – Fire doors can experience damage or misalignment over time. Without regular inspection and maintenance, this can compromise their effectiveness.

Compliance with Regulations – Fire safety regulations in RRFSO are constantly evolving, and ensuring compliance can be complex. Working with experts helps ensure your building meets all fire safety requirements.

All businesses need a simple way to check your level of compliance and raise any issues to you at an early stage. This is where we can help.

FAQ

Fire Doors and Passive Fire Protection (Fire Compartmentation)

Why are Fire Doors important?

Fire doors are a key element of passive fire protection. They help compartmentalise buildings, slowing the spread of fire and smoke to protect escape routes and buy vital time for evacuation. In the UK, fire doors are legally required by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Building Regulations Approved Document B for most non-domestic and multi-occupancy properties. All fire doors must be installed and maintained to relevant British Standards (such as BS 8214 and BS 476-22 or BS EN 1634-1).

How often should Fire Doors be inspected?

Best practice recommends that fire doors are inspected at least every six months, as stated in BS 9999. For multi-occupied residential buildings in England, the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 now require quarterly checks of communal fire doors and annual checks of flat entrance doors. Inspections ensure doors remain compliant and effective.

Can you help upgrade or replace existing doors to meet fire regulations?

Yes, Panache Fire Services is third-party accredited (BM TRADA Q-Mark) to supply, install, upgrade, and maintain Fire Doors. We ensure every door meets legal requirements for fire resistance and certification, as outlined in Building Regulations and enforced by local authorities and the fire service.

What is Fire Compartmentation, and why is it essential for my building?

Fire Compartmentation is the process of dividing a building into fire-resistant sections—using walls, floors, and barriers—to limit the spread of fire and smoke. It’s essential for protecting lives and property, and is required by law (Approved Document B, Building Regulations 2010, and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005).

How do I know if my property’s fire compartmentation is compliant?

We recommend a professional fire compartmentation survey. Our assessments follow BS 9999 and industry best practice. We inspect all compartment walls, floors, ceilings, and service penetrations (such as pipes and cables) to identify any breaches or defects in fire stopping.

What are common issues found in fire compartmentation and fire stopping?

Typical problems include unsealed gaps around cables or pipes, damaged or poorly installed fire stopping, and alterations to the building that break compartment lines. These faults can compromise your building’s ability to contain fire and smoke—posing serious legal and safety risks.

How can you help fix compartmentation defects and fire stopping issues?

We provide a complete remedial service, installing certified fire stopping and sealing systems to fully restore compartmentation in line with BS 476, BS EN 1366, and manufacturer specifications. All works are completed by qualified engineers, with BM TRADA Q-Mark certification for added assurance.

Do you provide certification for fire doors, fire stopping, and compartmentation works?

Yes, after installation or remedial work, we provide certificates of conformity and detailed documentation for your fire safety records. This supports your legal compliance (RRO/FSO 2005) and satisfies insurers and regulatory authorities.

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