Fire safety
- Fire doors fitted and self-closing, with intact seals and strips.
- Detection and alarm system covering all escape routes, tested regularly.
- Protected stairways kept clear of storage and obstructions.
- Emergency lighting where required by your licence.
- Clear fire escape signage and escape routes.
We install and replace fire doors — see our fire door installation service.
Compliance
- EICR — at least every 5 years (check your licence for a shorter interval).
- Gas safety certificate — every 12 months for every gas appliance.
- Smoke and CO alarms — tested and working.
- HMO licence — current, with all conditions met.
- Room sizes and occupancy — within the licence limits.
For defects listed by an inspector, see how to organise remedial quotes and completion records. Always verify the applicable HMO or selective-licensing requirements with Peterborough City Council.
Communal areas
- Communal kitchen — appliances, extraction, fire blanket, signs of damage.
- Hallways and stairs — lighting, handrails, flooring, fire doors closed.
- External areas — bin stores, access paths, lighting, overgrown vegetation.
- Locks and access — communal door locks, key control, broken entry systems.
Room turnover
- Repaint and deep clean between occupants.
- Lock change on the room door.
- Repair any damage, test sockets and lighting.
- Re-check fire door and alarm in that room.
Reviewed on 3 October 2026. Confirm all requirements with Peterborough City Council and your HMO licence. This is general information, not legal advice.
