External Fire Doors
Our external fire doors provide certified, long-lasting defence against fire and smoke while maintaining secure, compliant evacuation routes for your premises.
Why external fire doors are critical for building safety
An external fire door plays a vital role in both fire compartmentation and safe evacuation. Installed on the exterior of a building, these doors help prevent the spread of fire and smoke, protect high-risk zones, and ensure staff and visitors can exit safely in an emergency. They also act as controlled escape routes, linking internal compartments to safe outdoor areas.
Installing external fire doors ensures you meet your legal requirements set under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. It also supports your overall fire safety strategy, reduces liability, and provides essential protection for people, property, and business continuity.
Types of external fire rated doors we supply
We supply and install a complete range of external fire rated doors, tailored to suit commercial, industrial, and high-risk environments. Options include:
- Steel fire doors
- Composite external fire doors
- Timber and hardwood fire doors
- Insulated and thermal fire doors
All our doors are available in ratings from FD30 to FD120, providing between 30 and 120 minutes of certified fire resistance. Hardware such as closers, locks, hinges, and vision panels are also fully fire-tested and third-party certified. Weather resistance, thermal performance, and secure locking systems come as standard across our range.
Our external fire door installation services
We provide complete installation services for all types of external fire doors, ensuring every door set is fitted correctly and is fully compliant. Our installation process includes:
- Detailed surveys, measurements, and specification of the correct door type
- Installation of frames, intumescent seals, thresholds, and compliant hardware
- Alignment, operational testing, and final performance checks
- Full documentation, certification, and photographic evidence for compliance records
All of our installation work is carried out in accordance with BS 8214, BS 476, and leading third-party accreditation schemes such as BM TRADA or Q-Mark to ensure total traceability and peace of mind.
Maintenance for fire rated external doors
Because they’re exposed to weather, heavy use, and environmental wear, common issues such as corrosion, damaged seals, misalignment, gaps around the frame, closer or lock failure, can occur. That’s why external fire doors require regular maintenance to remain compliant.
We offer planned maintenance and remedial works to help duty holders meet their ongoing responsibilities. Our service ensures your external fire doors continue to perform effectively and meet legal and insurance requirements throughout their lifespan.
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Don’t hesitate to contact our team today to arrange a survey, book an installation appointment, or to schedule routine maintenance of your external fire doors. We’re here to help you stay safe, compliant, and fully protected.
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