NEBOSH Qualified Assessors · Compulsory for HMOs · Building Safety Act 2022
Fire Risk Assessment from £74.99
Compulsory for all HMOs under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and strongly recommended for all rental properties. NEBOSH qualified assessors. Written report with prioritised action plan delivered the same day.
from£74.99
- From
- £74.99
- Review
- annually
- Report
- delivered same day
- Assessors
- NEBOSH qualified
What is a Fire Risk Assessment?
A Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is a structured inspection of a property to identify fire hazards, evaluate who is at risk, and record what actions are required to remove or reduce that risk to an acceptable level. A qualified assessor inspects escape routes, fire doors, smoke and heat detection equipment, ignition sources, and combustible materials throughout the property.
At the end of the inspection you receive a written report detailing every finding, a prioritised action plan — graded into immediate, short-term, and ongoing actions — and a recommended date for reassessment. The report is emailed to you on the same day as the visit.
Legal framework for landlords
Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
Requires the "Responsible Person" (the landlord or their agent) to carry out a suitable and sufficient Fire Risk Assessment for all HMOs and properties with communal areas. Failure to comply can result in an unlimited fine or up to two years' imprisonment.
Building Safety Act 2022
Introduced for higher-risk buildings (18 metres or 7+ storeys with two or more residential units). Creates new "Accountable Person" duties, a Building Safety Case, and oversight by the Building Safety Regulator. An up-to-date FRA is a core requirement under the Act.
HMO Licence Conditions
Most local authorities include a current Fire Risk Assessment as an explicit condition of the HMO licence. Your licence can be revoked if you cannot produce an up-to-date FRA on inspection. Unlicensed HMO operation carries a fine of up to £30,000.
Smoke and CO Alarm Regulations 2022
Require at least one smoke alarm on every floor and a carbon monoxide alarm in any room with a fixed combustion appliance. Our FRA checks compliance and flags any missing or faulty alarms in the written report.
Fire Risk Assessment pricing
Fixed pricing by property type and size. No call-out charges, no hidden fees — the price you see is the price you pay.
Residential Fire Risk Assessment
| Description | Price |
|---|---|
| Studio Apartment | £74.99 |
| Communal Area (1–3 Floors) | £129.99 |
| Communal Area (3–6 Floors) | £149.99 |
| 1–3 BedroomsMost popular | £139.99 |
| Up to 4 Bedrooms | £179.99 |
| Up to 5 Bedrooms | £189.99 |
| Up to 6 Bedrooms | £249.99 |
| Up to 7 Bedrooms | £299.99 |
| Up to 8 Bedrooms | £349.99 |
Additional charges (where applicable)
- Parking charge if no free parking is available on site: £5
- Congestion Charge Zone: £18
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What's included for £74.99
- Inspection of all escape routes, corridors and stairways
- Assessment of all fire doors and self-closing mechanisms
- Check of smoke and heat detection equipment and carbon monoxide alarms
- Identification of ignition sources and combustible or flammable materials
- Evaluation of fire-fighting equipment (extinguishers, fire blankets)
- Assessment of emergency lighting where fitted
- Written report with findings graded by risk priority
- Prioritised action plan — immediate, short-term, and ongoing actions
- Recommended reassessment date included in the report
Who needs a Fire Risk Assessment?
While HMOs face the strictest legal obligations, any landlord who supplies a rental property has a duty of care to ensure it is fire-safe. Here is how the requirement applies across different property types.
HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation)
A written FRA is legally compulsory under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. It is also a condition of the HMO licence in every London borough. Assessments for HMOs cover communal areas, individual rooms, fire compartmentation between units, and the higher risk posed by multiple unrelated occupants. An EICR is also required for all HMOs.
Larger flats and converted buildings
Any building with communal areas — shared hallways, staircases, or landings — falls under the Fire Safety Order. This includes converted Victorian terraces split into flats and any building where two or more tenants share common parts. A separate communal area assessment is required in addition to any individual flat assessment.
Higher-risk buildings (Building Safety Act 2022)
Buildings 18 metres or taller, or with 7 or more storeys and two or more residential units, are now regulated by the Building Safety Regulator. Accountable Persons must maintain a Building Safety Case including an up-to-date FRA, and must engage with residents on building safety matters.
Standard single lets
A written FRA is not yet a named legal requirement for single occupancy properties, but it is strongly recommended — and increasingly required by landlord insurance policies. The Renters' Rights Bill 2025 is expected to bring single lets within the scope of mandatory FRA requirements.
How it works
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Book online
Choose your property type, select a date, and pay securely online. The whole process takes under 3 minutes. You will receive a confirmation email immediately.
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Assessor visits the property
A NEBOSH qualified fire risk assessor carries out the inspection. You or your tenant can provide access — you do not need to be present. The assessor inspects every relevant area methodically and notes all findings.
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Report emailed the same day
You receive a written Fire Risk Assessment report by email on the day of the visit. The report details every finding, grades each issue by priority, sets out a recommended action plan, and gives a reassessment date.
NEBOSH qualified fire risk assessors
The government does not approve individual fire risk assessors in the same way it approves electricians or gas engineers, but it strongly recommends using a "competent" assessor with appropriate training and experience. NEBOSH — the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health — provides the industry-recognised qualification for fire risk assessors: the NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management.
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National Certificate in Fire Safety & Risk Management
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NEBOSH qualifications are recognised by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), local authorities, letting agents, and landlord insurers as evidence of competence. A NEBOSH qualified assessor produces a report that stands up to scrutiny if your fire safety compliance is ever challenged.
You can verify NEBOSH qualifications via nebosh.org.uk. Read what our landlords say about our assessors on our reviews page.
Other compliance certificates you may need
Most landlords who need a Fire Risk Assessment also need an EICR and a Gas Safety Certificate (CP12). Book all three together and save with our HMO Complete bundle.
Fire Risk Assessment — frequently asked questions
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