Fire door inspections play a vital role in upholding fire safety in commercial buildings. But once you receive your inspection report, what are the next steps?
In this post, we explain how responsible persons should respond, prioritise remedial works and maintain compliance with fire safety regulations, all while protecting the integrity of the door and ensuring the safety of your occupants.
Understand your fire door inspection report
A detailed fire door survey of the kind we deliver will assess the condition of each fire door, checking for issues that may compromise fire resistance. These may include damaged intumescent seals, faulty door closers, excessive gaps, worn hinges or poor installation. The report should clearly state which fire doors are non-compliant and outline the required remedial works.
Not every fault means a new fire door is needed. In many cases, fire door repairs can restore compliance and prolong the lifespan of the door.
Prioritise remedial works for peace of mind
As fire door safety specialists, we recommend acting quickly on any issues that could affect the performance of your fire doors in the event of a fire. Immediate attention should be given to:
- Fire doors that fail to close fully
- Doors missing essential smoke seals and intumescent seals
- Faulty or damaged door closers or hinges
- Fire doors on critical escape routes
By addressing urgent faults promptly, you maintain passive fire protection and stay in line with current fire safety legislation.
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Use qualified fire door specialists
Fire door maintenance and repair is a specialist task that must be carried out in accordance with fire door regulations. Choosing experienced fire door advisors, installers or repair teams is essential to ensure the integrity of the door is not compromised.
At Fire Doors Complete, our expert team has years of experience working across a wide range of sectors in the UK. We understand how to deliver effective, compliant advice that supports long-term fire safety.
Poorly executed fire door repairs, such as the wrong seals, badly fitted hardware or unapproved modifications can all render a door non-compliant. Always rely on reputable fire door specialists to advise on this work and carry it out.
Maintain good records
Following completion of fire door repairs, keep clear documentation of what was done, by whom and when. This supports your duties under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order and helps you demonstrate compliance in the event of an audit or fire.
Re-inspect if required
If significant remedial works have been completed, a follow-up fire door inspection may be necessary to confirm the fire resistance of the door. This ensures all fire safety measures are working as they should and gives you ongoing peace of mind.
Train your team for regular fire door maintenance
Regular fire door maintenance is a legal obligation in many types of buildings. Training your in-house team or contractors helps you spot early signs of damage, avoid unnecessary costs and support long-term compliance.
We deliver certified training across the UK for facilities managers, caretakers, carpenters, contractors and duty holders. Delivered by experienced qualified fire door specialists, our courses cover fire door regulations, maintenance best practice, installation and inspection techniques, helping you build internal capability and confidence.
Fire Doors Complete can help with expert repairs
Our expert team offers full support with fire door surveys, remedial works and arranging ongoing maintenance. With years of experience and a reputation for quality, Fire Doors Complete is the trusted name in fire door safety for all types of buildings across the UK.
To speak to our fire safety experts or book an inspection, contact us here, email robin@firedoorscomplete.com or call 07599 425388.