Keeping Residents Safe, Reducing Risk, and Meeting Compliance Standards
Housing associations manage a diverse range of residential buildings — from high-rise flats to supported living schemes — each with strict fire safety obligations under current UK legislation.
Regular fire door inspections, compartmentation surveys, and passive fire protection works are essential to protecting residents, maintaining escape routes, and meeting the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order, Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, and the Building Safety Act.
At Urmson Fire Specialists, we partner with housing providers nationwide to deliver comprehensive fire safety and compliance services – helping you demonstrate due diligence, minimise disruption to residents, and maintain safe, compliant homes
Our Services for Housing Associations
Fire Damper Surveys & Remedials
We inspect, test and maintain fire dampers within communal ventilation systems to ensure they close correctly in the event of fire. All surveys and remedials are carried out by experienced engineers, following BS 9999 and HTM 03-01 guidance, with clear photographic evidence and compliance reporting.
Fire Door Surveys, Repairs & Installations
Fire doors in corridors, stairwells, and apartment entrances must be inspected and maintained regularly. We survey, repair, and install compliant doors, all to the latest standards, including third-party certification through FIRAS.
Compartmentation Surveys
We assess walls, floors, risers, and service penetrations to ensure fire and smoke cannot spread between dwellings or escape routes. Especially important in multi-residential blocks and high-rise buildings.
Ductwork Cleaning
Communal ductwork can become a fire hazard if not regularly cleaned. We provide full duct cleaning services to help you comply with both fire and hygiene regulations.
Why Work With Urmson Fire Specialists?
- Extensive experience working in occupied residential buildings
- Sensitive and respectful resident engagement practices
- Fully accredited: FIRAS, CHAS
- Clear, easy-to-understand compliance reporting
- Nationwide experience supporting Housing Associations, ALMOs, and managing agents
- Minimal disruption and full traceability from inspection to certification
Every project is managed with resident safety, communication, and compliance at its core — ensuring you meet legal duties and maintain trust across your housing portfolio
Partner with us
Contact Urmson Fire Specialists to schedule a Housing Association fire safety survey or request a portfolio compliance review.
Our specialist team will help you plan, prioritise, and deliver the right level of inspection, remedial, or installation work to keep your buildings safe and compliant.
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Learn more about Fire Safety with Urmson Fire Specialist
Our ‘Fire Door Regulations in the UK’ article is just one in a series of articles that help you better understand legislation when it comes to Fire Doors.
Read our blogs to keep up to date, or contact us to find out how we can support you.
