Fire door inspections across East and West Sussex
We carry out fire door inspections in towns and coastal communities across Sussex, including Brighton & Hove, Worthing, Chichester, Crawley, Eastbourne and Hastings, helping duty holders to understand and manage fire door risk.
Typical Sussex properties we inspect
Sussex has a wide variety of building types, from seafront hotels to converted period properties. We regularly inspect fire doors in:
- HMOs and shared houses
- Hotels, guest houses and serviced apartments
- Purpose-built and converted apartment buildings
- Care homes and supported living schemes
- Retail units, leisure venues and hospitality spaces
- Schools, colleges and training centres
Our inspection approach is adapted to the specific demands of coastal environments, where weathering can have a significant impact on door performance.
Common fire door issues in Sussex
In coastal and older properties we frequently identify issues such as:
- Warping and swelling of door leaves and frames due to moisture and temperature changes
- Non-fire-rated doors used on escape stairs and corridor routes
- Poorly detailed or damaged glazing around stair cores and lobbies
- Inadequate smoke seals, especially on older flat entrance doors
- Ad hoc repairs using non-compatible materials
Our reports capture these issues, explain the associated risks and set out suggested remedial actions.
Our process for Sussex fire door inspections
- Initial consultation. We discuss your buildings, any previous inspections and your objectives, then propose an appropriate scope.
- On-site inspections. Each door is inspected in context, considering building layout and usage as well as the door set itself.
- Clear reporting. You receive a structured report with photographs, locations and recommendations that can be shared with contractors and stakeholders.
- Ongoing support. Where helpful, we can assist you in planning remedial works and future inspection cycles.
Our independent position means we focus on giving you balanced, proportionate advice rather than promoting specific products or solutions.
Arrange fire door inspections in Sussex
If you need fire door inspections in Sussex, we can help you understand your current position and plan next steps.
Our residential blocks and multi-site inspection programme pages show how we approach both single buildings and wider portfolios.