Fire Door Inspection Services in London & Across the UK
Capital provides certified fire door inspection services across London and the UK for commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and public sector buildings.
Our BM TRADA certified fire door inspectors carry out detailed compliance inspections to identify defects, reduce risk, and help building owners meet their legal fire safety obligations. With over 40 years of experience in passive fire protection, we deliver professional inspections, digital reporting, remedial guidance, and ongoing maintenance support.
Fully certified & accredited fire door inspections
Safety and compliance are the foundation of our business.
We’re fully certified to carry out fire door inspections in line with the latest UK regulations and safety standards.
Certified Fire Door Inspection Services
All inspections are completed by BM TRADA certified assessors with extensive experience assessing fire-rated doorsets in occupied and high-risk environments. We work in line with the latest UK fire safety regulations and industry standards.
We work with:
- Housing associations
- Local authorities
- Schools and universities
- NHS and healthcare providers
- Commercial offices
- Care homes
- Industrial and manufacturing facilities
- Residential apartment blocks
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Why Fire Door Inspections Are Important
Fire doors are one of the most critical elements of passive fire protection. They slow the spread of fire and smoke, protect escape routes, and give occupants vital evacuation time. However, even certified fire doors can fail if they are incorrectly installed, damaged, poorly maintained, or missing critical components.
Regular inspections help:
• Maintain legal compliance
• Protect occupants
• Reduce fire risks
• Identify defects early
• Avoid costly emergency repairs
• Support insurance requirements
• Maintain compartmentation performance
Fire Door Inspection Regulations & Compliance
Under UK fire safety legislation, responsible persons have a legal duty to ensure fire doors are properly maintained and fit for purpose. Failure to do so can result in enforcement action, prosecution, insurance complications, and significant liability.
Our inspection services are carried out in line with:
• The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• The Fire Safety Act
• Regulation 10 requirements
• BS 8214
• BS 9999
• BM TRADA Q-Mark standards
Case Study: University of Southampton
Our team surveyed more than 15,000 fire doors across student accommodation, communal kitchens, corridors, and university facilities — all completed during term time with minimal disruption. The university received a detailed estate-wide compliance report to support future remedial works and long-term fire safety planning.
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Get in touch!Who Can Carry Out Fire Door Inspections?
Basic visual checks can be carried out by caretakers or facilities teams as part of routine maintenance. However, formal fire door inspections must be completed by a competent person with appropriate training, knowledge, and certification.
Our BM TRADA certified inspectors have specialist expertise in fire door compliance, passive fire protection, regulatory standards, defect identification, and remedial recommendations.
Keep your building compliant with Pre-Planned Maintenance (PPM)
Our PPM packages give your organisation a better way to manage fire door compliance. With regular servicing, you stay ahead of compliance - while protecting your budget from avoidable surprises.
Inspection Reports & Compliance Documentation
Every inspection includes a comprehensive digital compliance report containing:
• Photographic evidence
• Defect descriptions
• Compliance status per door
• Risk ratings
• Door location references
• Remedial recommendations
• Audit-ready documentation
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Protect your budget from surprises
Our scheduled approach means fewer emergencies and better forecasting
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Catch issues before they escalate
We resolve minor issues before they cause compliance failure
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Reduce long term repair costs
Regular maintenance reduces the need for major replacements
What Is Included in a Fire Door Inspection?
Our inspectors carry out a detailed, door-by-door assessment of each fire-rated doorset, covering:
Door Leaf Condition: Inspection for damage, warping, holes, cracks, or unauthorised modifications.
Door Frame Compliance: Assessment of frame condition, alignment, and installation quality.
Gaps & Clearances: Measurement of perimeter gaps and threshold clearances to ensure compliance.
Smoke Seals & Intumescent Strips: Checks to confirm seals are present, undamaged, and correctly fitted.
Hinges & Ironmongery: Inspection of hinges, locks, handles, closers, and fire-rated hardware.
Self-Closing Devices: Testing to ensure doors fully close and latch correctly.
Glazing & Vision Panels: Inspection of fire-rated glazing systems and bead integrity.
Fire Door Certification: Verification of labels, markings, and third-party certification.
Signage & Compliance: Checks for required fire door signage and regulatory compliance.
Following the inspection, clients receive a detailed digital report outlining defects, risk ratings, compliance issues, and recommended remedial actions.
Our Fire Door Inspection Process
1. Site Assessment
We review building layout, occupancy type, fire strategy, and inspection requirements.
2. Door-by-Door Inspection
Each fire door is individually assessed against current compliance standards and manufacturer requirements.
3. Digital Data Collection
Defects, measurements, photographs, and compliance observations are recorded digitally.
4. Risk Assessment & Reporting
Issues are prioritised by risk level with clear remedial recommendations.
5. Remedial Support & Re-Inspection
Where required, we support remediation programmes and carry out follow-up inspections to confirm compliance.
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How Often Should Fire Doors Be Inspected?
Inspection frequency depends on building type, occupancy, and fire risk profile. As a general guideline:
• Most fire doors: every 6 months
• Communal fire doors in residential high-rise buildings: every 3 months
• High-traffic or high-risk areas: more frequently as required
A detailed assessment of a fire door's condition, compliance, and functionality to ensure it can perform correctly during a fire emergency.
Yes. Under UK fire safety legislation, responsible persons must ensure fire doors are regularly inspected and maintained.
Formal inspections should be completed by a competent, appropriately trained professional with knowledge of current fire safety standards.
Cost depends on factors such as the number of doors, building type, location, and inspection scope. Contact us for a tailored quote.
Most fire doors should be inspected every 6 months. Communal fire doors in higher-risk residential buildings should be inspected every 3 months.
A digital inspection report containing photographs, compliance findings, defect summaries, risk ratings, and recommended remedial actions.
The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 require all multi-occupancy residential buildings over 11 metres to have communal fire doors inspected quarterly.
