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Fire Door Installation in Cambridge

Professional fire door installation services in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. SSAIB-certified engineers covering CB1, CB2, CB3, CB4, CB5, CB22, CB24. Free site surveys and no-obligation quotes.

Postcodes covered: CB1, CB2, CB3, CB4, CB5, CB22, CB24

SSAIB Certified
Fast Response Times
15+ Years Experience
500+ Commercial Clients

Professional fire door installation across Cambridge

Cambridge is world-famous for its university and is a major hub for technology, science, and research. We work extensively with colleges, science parks, biotech firms, and growing technology companies across the city and the surrounding area including the Cambridge Science Park and Addenbrooke's campus.

Cambridge's economy is split between college estates, the Biomedical Campus, Cambridge Science Park, and Granta Park — the densest cluster of biotech and life science firms outside Boston. Lab-grade clean rooms, server-room access logging, and listed-college fire compliance are the three specs we encounter most.

Whether you need a new fire door installation installation, a system upgrade, or ongoing servicing and maintenance, our SSAIB-certified engineers are ready to help across Cambridge and the wider Cambridgeshire area.

Who this service is for

  • University colleges and departments in Cambridge
  • Biotech and life science companies in Cambridge
  • Science and business parks in Cambridge
  • Technology startups in Cambridge
  • Hotels and conference venues in Cambridge
  • Healthcare and research facilities in Cambridge

Coverage area

We cover Cambridge and all surrounding areas in Cambridgeshire.

Postcodes covered
CB1CB2CB3CB4CB5CB22CB24
Areas we regularly serve
Cambridge city centreCambridge Science ParkAddenbrooke's HospitalKing's CollegeCambridge Biomedical CampusGranta Park
Sub-areas covered
Cherry HintonTrumpingtonHistonMiltonFulbournGreat ShelfordNewnhamChesterton
From Luton HQ37 mi · 55 min
Population145k
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Local context — fire door installation in Cambridge

Cambridge's economy is split between college estates, the Biomedical Campus, Cambridge Science Park, and Granta Park — the densest cluster of biotech and life science firms outside Boston. Lab-grade clean rooms, server-room access logging, and listed-college fire compliance are the three specs we encounter most.

Regulatory note

Cambridge City Council's conservation rules cover most college and central premises, while life-science occupiers on the Biomedical Campus operate to MHRA GxP standards that constrain access-control audit retention and CCTV placement around lab spaces.

What's included in our fire door installation service

Certified Fire Doors

Third-party certified fire door assemblies rated FD30 or FD60 to BS 476-22 or BS EN 1634 standards.

Door Frames

Fire-rated frames matched to the door specification, ensuring the full assembly meets certification requirements.

Intumescent Seals

Combined intumescent and cold smoke seals fitted to all fire doors as required by the certification.

Ironmongery

CE-marked hinges, closers, locks, and handles tested to the relevant fire resistance standards.

Signage

Fire door keep shut or fire door keep locked signs fitted as required by fire safety regulations.

Installation Certificate

Full documentation confirming the door assembly meets the relevant fire resistance rating.

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Why choose DC Fire & Security for fire door installation in Cambridge

Third-party certified fire door assemblies
FD30 and FD60 ratings available
Full assembly including frame, seals, and ironmongery
Meets BS 476-22 and BS EN 1634 standards
Installation by qualified fire door engineers
Full documentation and certification provided
Supports compliance with fire risk assessments
Minimal disruption during installation

How it works

01

Survey

We measure door openings and assess the fire resistance requirements for each location.

02

Specification

We specify the correct fire door assemblies, frames, and ironmongery.

03

Supply

We source certified fire doors and all components from approved manufacturers.

04

Installation

Our engineers fit the complete assembly ensuring full compliance with certification.

05

Certification

You receive installation certificates and documentation for each fire door.

Fire Door Installation projects in Cambridge

Fire doors installed at a school in Luton

FD30 certified fire door sets installed at school in Luton

Fire door installation quality check at Queen Elizabeth School

Post-installation quality inspection at Queen Elizabeth School

Recent work in Cambridge

Commercial Installation

Recent project completed for a commercial client in Cambridge covering full system design, installation, and commissioning.

Full site
2–3 days
System Upgrade

Upgraded existing system to current standards for a business premises in Cambridge with minimal operational disruption.

Full system
1–2 days

Fire Door Installation equipment we use in Cambridge

Industry-leading products from trusted manufacturers

Certified FD30 Door Sets

Third-party certified 30-minute fire-rated door assemblies from approved manufacturers

Certified FD60 Door Sets

60-minute fire-rated assemblies for high-risk areas and escape stairwells

Lorient Seals

Intumescent and cold smoke seals from a leading UK manufacturer

Dorma Door Closers

Overhead and concealed door closers tested to BS EN 1154

CE-Marked Hinges

Fire-rated stainless steel butt hinges meeting BS EN 1935

Automatic Hold-Open Devices

Electromagnetic hold-open units linked to fire alarm for automatic release

Frequently asked questions about fire door installation in Cambridge

What is the difference between FD30 and FD60 fire doors in Cambridge?
FD30 doors provide 30 minutes of fire resistance and are suitable for most commercial and residential applications. FD60 doors provide 60 minutes of resistance and are required in higher-risk locations such as escape stairwells.
Can you replace fire doors in occupied buildings in Cambridge?
Yes. We regularly carry out fire door replacements in occupied offices, schools, and residential buildings with minimal disruption to your operations.
Do fire doors need to be self-closing in Cambridge?
Yes. All fire doors must be fitted with a self-closing device. The only exception is where electromagnetic hold-open devices are linked to the fire alarm system.
Do you cover the whole of Cambridge?
Yes. Our engineers cover all of Cambridge and the surrounding Cambridgeshire area. We provide free site surveys and can typically attend within 24–48 hours of your enquiry.
How quickly can you attend a site in Cambridge?
We aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours. For fire door installation projects in Cambridge, we can usually arrange a site survey within 2–3 working days.
Do you offer ongoing maintenance in Cambridge?
Yes. We offer scheduled servicing and maintenance contracts for all systems we install in Cambridge. This ensures your equipment stays compliant and fully operational year-round.

Get a free fire door installation quote in Cambridge

Our local engineers cover Cambridge and all CB1, CB2, CB3, CB4, CB5, CB22, CB24 postcodes. Request a free site survey and no-obligation quote today.

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