Fire Door Inspections for Residential Blocks in London & the South East

Residential buildings across London and the South East are under increasing scrutiny when it comes to fire safety. For managing agents, landlords and resident management companies, understanding the condition of your fire doors is a key part of meeting your duties and protecting residents.

At Goldcrest Fire Doors, we carry out independent fire door inspections across London and the South East, with a particular focus on residential blocks, high-rise buildings and HMOs.

Why Fire Door Inspections Matter in Residential Buildings

In multi-occupied residential buildings, fire doors form part of the compartmentation strategy that helps limit the spread of fire and smoke. Poorly maintained, damaged or non-compliant doors can compromise escape routes and expose residents and duty holders to significant risk.

Regular fire door inspections help you:

• Identify defects before they become serious life-safety issues
• Prioritise remedial works based on risk and building use
• Demonstrate that you are actively managing fire door condition
• Support your wider fire risk assessment and fire strategy

Common Fire Door Issues in Residential Blocks

Across London and the South East we frequently see recurring issues in residential stock, including:

• Gaps between door and frame that exceed recommended tolerances
• Damaged or missing intumescent seals around the door edge or frame
• Unlatched doors or ineffective self-closers that prevent full closure
• Unlabelled doors where certification cannot be verified
• Unauthorised alterations, such as added grilles or letterboxes

An independent inspection provides a clear record of where these issues occur and how urgently they should be addressed.

What to Expect from a Goldcrest Fire Doors Inspection

On a typical residential project in London or the South East, our inspectors will:

• Agree access arrangements with your team or managing agent
• Inspect each door leaf, frame and associated hardware against relevant standards
• Record defects, photographs and locations in a digital survey tool
• Provide a concise, prioritised report that can be shared with residents, contractors and other stakeholders

Our goal is to give you actionable information, not just a list of faults.

Planning a Fire Door Inspection Programme

For larger portfolios, we can help you phase inspections across multiple buildings or estates in London and the South East. This allows you to manage budgets, disruptions and remedial works more effectively.

To discuss upcoming fire door inspections for residential blocks in London or the South East, please contact Goldcrest Fire Doors or request a quotation online.