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Our approach to fire safety goes beyond box-ticking. Every assessment and inspection is carried out by NEBOSH, BOHS, IFSM and BAFE-certified professionals who follow a structured methodology aligned with ISO 9001 (quality management) and ISO 45001 (health and safety). With a team of Fire Safety Engineers, Fire Risk Assessors and Health and Safety Officers, we bring a collective experience of over 35 years in Fire Safety Services.

 

We combine on-site inspections, photographic evidence, and digital reporting to provide landlords, estate agents, housing providers and businesses with transparent, actionable compliance plans.

Unlike generic providers, we focus on practical recommendations, clear prioritisation of risks, and seamless communication with local authorities so that our reports are always council-accepted. By integrating the latest British Standards (PAS 79 for fire risk assessments, BS 9999 for fire safety in design and management, and BS 5839 for fire alarms), we ensure that your property portfolio is not only legally compliant but also safeguarded to the highest industry standards. This proactive, detail-driven approach is why property professionals across London and the Home Counties choose us as their trusted fire safety compliance partner.

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Expert Fire Safety Services for Residential & Commercial Properties

Barnet

NEBOSH, BOHS & IFSM Accredited Fire Safety Professionals Supporting Landlords, Estate Agents, and Businesses with Complete Fire Compliance

Our team provides fire safety compliance services in Barnet, supporting landlords, estate agents, and housing associations with everything from FRAs to extinguisher servicing. Barnet’s property landscape — from suburban HMOs to high-rise blocks — demands detailed risk assessments and BS-standard testing (BS 5839, BS 5266, BS 5306). We prepare reports in line with Barnet Council licensing conditions, giving landlords confidence during inspections. Transparent pricing, professional accreditation, and council-accepted documentation make us a trusted partner for fire safety in Barnet.

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Fire safety is one of the most critical compliance obligations for landlords, estate agents, and property managers across London and the Home Counties. At HSE Property Checks, our accredited assessors provide comprehensive fire safety inspections and certifications, ensuring your properties meet the requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Housing Act 2004, and local HMO licensing conditions. Whether you manage a single rental, a licensed HMO, or a complex portfolio, our fire safety services are designed to keep tenants safe, protect assets, and satisfy council inspections.

Legally compliant & council-approved

Our reports fully satisfy the Fire Safety Order 2005, Housing Act 2004 and HMO licensing requirements, ensuring smooth council inspections.

Accredited fire safety specialists

Our NEBOSH, BAFE and IFSM accredited consultants delivers inspections trusted by landlords, agents, and insurers.

Rapid inspections & digital reports

Urgent (same day ) or Same-week inspections with digital certificates keep properties legally ready for tenants without costly delays.

Proven reliability & repeat trust

Over 60% of our clients return annually, confident in our consistency, clarity, and professional delivery.

risk-prioritised recommendations

Clear, step-by-step guidance to help you close gaps quickly and avoid enforcement notices.

Emergency Signage Installation

Prices From £25

Instantly compliant emergency signage installed this week. Our BAFE-accredited team performs a free on-site survey, designs BS 5499-10 & ISO 7010 compliant JALITE photolum signs including 2022 way-finding requirements then fits them within a guaranteed 4-hour arrival window. Each sign is QR-tagged so you receive a digital floor map and certificate, plus automatic annual review reminders. From £25 per sign (price-match pledged) and a 12-month workmanship warranty keep your building evacuation-ready.

Fire Safety Certification

Prices From £55

NEBOSH and BAFE registered engineers arrive in London and Home Counties within a 4-hour slot, test every smoke & heat detector to BS 5839, QR-tag each unit and email your signed fire-safety certificate the same day. From £55 for up to three detectors, then £10 each price-match pledged. Your digital logbook, free remediation quote and automatic annual reminders keep you continuously compliant.

Fire Door Maintenance

Prices From £25

FDIS & BM TRADA-accredited engineers service every fire door to BS 8214 / LPS 1197, adjusting gaps, seals and hardware. We reach any London site within a guaranteed 4-hour slot, QR-tag each door and email a photo-rich maintenance log by 20:00. From £25 per door (price-match), a 12-month workmanship warranty and six-monthly reminder emails keep you ahead of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. HSE Property Checks offers protection, proof and peace of mind in one visit.

Fire Door Inspection

Prices From £35

FDIS-certified inspectors arrive within a guaranteed 4-hour slot to perform a 24-point LPS 1197 audit on every fire door. Each door is QR-tagged and photographed. A colour-coded, remedial-costed report and compliant digital logbook land in your inbox in 24 hours. From £35 per door (price-match pledge), free follow-up consultation, and automatic six-monthly reminders keep you ahead of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 protection, proof and peace of mind in one visit.

Emergency Lighting Installation

Prices From £75

Emergency lighting designed, installed and certified today. Our NICEIC & BAFE-accredited engineers arrive within a guaranteed 4-hour slot, fit BS 5266-1 compliant maintained or self-test LED luminaires, commission the system, then email your certificate and a QR-coded digital logbook before we leave. From £75 per luminaire (price-match), 12-month workmanship warranty, and automated annual-test reminders keep you compliant for life. HSE Property Checks providing customers with speed, transparency and lifetime safety.

Emergency Lighting Testing

Prices From £75

Helping clients stay lit, and legal today. Our NICEIC & BAFE engineers arrive within a guaranteed 4-hour slot, run full monthly & annual BS 5266 tests, QR-label every luminaire and upload a digital logbook plus certificate same day. From £75 for up to 10 fittings, price-match pledged. Free compliance calendar and automatic reminder emails keep you audit-ready all year. HSE Property Checks providing faster, clearer, fully certified service.

Fire Extinguisher Testing & Service

Prices From £13

BAFE-SP101 certified engineers, on time. We reach any London postcode in a guaranteed 4-hour slot, inspect, weigh and pressure-test every extinguisher to BS 5306-3, replace seals and tags, and upload a QR-coded asset register with your signed certificate before we leave. Transparent £13 per unit backed by a price-match pledge. Automatic annual reminders and a free compliance helpline keep your premises protected year-round.

CO2 Smoke Alarm Detectors

Prices From £45

HSE Property Checks provides London’s fastest, smartest way to protect tenants and avoid £5k fines. Our NICEIC-approved engineers reach any London postcode within same day, fit tamper-proof Kiddle, Aico or Nest units interlinked to BS 5839-6 & the 2022 Smoke & CO regulations and provide digital compliance certificate before we leave. Fixed £45 pricing within London (price-match guaranteed), zero call-out fees, and automatic renewal reminders keep you inspection-ready for life.

Fire Door Installation

Prices From £250

We supply and install Q-Mark & Certifire FD30/60 doorsets. Each door is barcode-tagged, photographed and handed over with a BS 8214 installation certificate and digital O&M manual. From £250 per doorset (price-match pledged), five-year workmanship warranty and automatic annual inspection reminders keep you compliant with the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. HSE Property Checks ensures precision, proof, and protection in one visit.

Fire Risk Assessment

Prices From £150

Our NEBOSH, BAFE SP205 and IFSM fire risk assessors arrive anywhere inside the M25 within a guaranteed 4-hour slot. We use AI Technology to create an interactive floor-plan that pinpoints every hazard. Your colour-coded report aligned to the Regulatory Reform Order 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021 and HRRB duties is lodged and emailed in 24 hours. A remedial cost schedule and multi-property dashboard is provided to property managers. From £150 with free fire safety consultancy and annual reminder alerts as added value services keep you continuously compliant.

testimonials from our clients about our services

James Carter

Estate Manager

Camden

Honestly, these guys made my life so much easier. I needed a fire risk assessment fast ‚ the council were breathing down my neck. They turned up the same day, did the check, explained stuff in plain English, and I had the report in my inbox that night. Lifesaver!

Fatima Noor

Landlord

Hackney

Not gonna lie, I put off getting the fire risk assessment done ‚ I thought it'd be expensive and complicated. Turns out it was affordable, quick, and actually useful. Now I know exactly what to fix before the council come round again.

Sofia Romano

Surveyor

Islington

I manage a few HMOs across East London and HSE Property Checks have been spot on every time. Fire door checks, smoke alarms, gas certifications ‚ all sorted in one visit. No faff, no chasing. Just gets done.

Adeel Khan

Letting Agent

Southwark

Needed an urgent fire safety inspection for a block in Hackney. The team knew exactly what the local authority were looking for, gave me a proper heads-up on a couple of issues, and even suggested cheap fixes that passed the re-check. Saved me a ton of stress (and cash).

Charlotte Evans

Property Manager

Tower Hamlets

I have used loads of compliance companies over the years, but these guys actually care. They did my fire alarm testing, PAT, and gas safety in one go and sent me photos in the report so I could show my insurer. Proper thorough stuff.

Omar Haddad

Facilities Manager

Waltham Forest

We run a small letting agency and switched to HSE Property Checks last year. Best move we made. They have Borough level property compliance knowledge, provide quick reports, and they don't try to sell you stuff you dont need. Fire risk assessments are detailed but not full of confusing jargon which makes it easy to take followup actions.

Priya Sharma

Block Manager

Hammersmith

Had them out for a fire risk assessment in my shop. The assessor actually walked me through what he was doing so I understood it, not just ticking boxes. Report was clear, with photos and practical tips. Felt like they genuinely wanted us safe, not just compliant.

Lucas Müller

Freeholder

Newham

I rang them in the morning for a fire safety check and they were here by lunchtime. Did the inspection, tested the alarms, checked the exits all sorted. Proper quick turnaround.

Amira Al-Sayed

Managing Agent

Greenwich

We had a big mixed-use building that needed the works fire safety, emergency lighting checks, and some gas safety certs. They organised it all so there was no disruption to tenants. Even sent a friendly reminder before the renewal date this year. Can't fault them.

David O'Connor

Developer

Westminster

As a landlord, I hate the hassle of booking ten different people for different checks. These guys just handle everything fire risk assessment, EICR, gas and EPC certification, the whole lot of property compliance. One invoice, one visit, job done.

Step-by-Step Process for Fire Risk Assessment

1. Initial Consultation and Enquiry

We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your property type, occupancy, and specific fire safety requirements. Whether you manage a single rental property, an HMO, or a multi-site commercial portfolio, we identify potential compliance obligations under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022.

2. On-Site Assessment by Qualified Fire Safety Assessors

Our NEBOSH, BOHS, IFSM and BAFE-certified assessors carry out a structured site survey in line with PAS 79 methodology. This includes reviewing fire escape routes, fire doors, alarm systems, emergency lighting, extinguishers, signage and evacuation procedures, tailored to the type and risk profile of your property.

3. Comprehensive Fire Risk Report and Action Plan

Following the survey, we provide a council-accepted fire risk assessment report with photographic evidence, clear risk ratings (high/medium/low), and prioritised remedial recommendations. This ensures that landlords, estate agents, and duty holders have a transparent, actionable roadmap for compliance.

4. Implementation of Fire Safety Recommendations

Where remedial works are required, we support clients with practical solutions including fire door maintenance (BS 8214), alarm and detection system upgrades (BS 5839), and emergency lighting compliance (BS 5266). We can deliver or oversee remedial works to ensure compliance is achieved quickly and efficiently.

5. Ongoing Support, Reviews and Annual Reassessment

Fire safety is a continuous obligation. We provide follow-up support, annual reviews, and re-inspections to maintain compliance, adapt to changes in legislation, and update your fire safety strategy. For property managers and landlords with multiple sites, we offer portfolio-wide monitoring and digital record-keeping to ensure nothing is missed.

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With more than 60% of our business coming from returning clients, we are trusted for our professionalism, clarity, and consistent delivery of compliance solutions.

Protecting People & Properties Through Service Excellence

Our fire safety process is designed to give landlords, estate managers and businesses complete confidence at every stage. We begin with a detailed Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) to identify hazards, assess fire escape routes, review fire doors, and check alarms, extinguishers and emergency lighting. Where issues are found, we provide clear remedial recommendations with prioritised timelines, helping clients take practical steps to achieve compliance. Our qualified fire safety inspectors also carry out fire door surveys in line with BS 8214, test fire alarm systems to BS 5839 standards, and verify emergency lighting installations under BS 5266. Once remedial works are completed, we issue full fire safety compliance certificates accepted by councils and enforcement authorities. This structured, end-to-end approach ensures properties remain legally compliant, reduces enforcement risk, and protects tenants, staff, and visitors across London and the Home Counties.

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Certified Fire Risk Assessments & Property Compliance

We provide Fire Risk Assessments and fire safety compliance solutions for landlords, letting agents, housing providers, commercial property managers, and public-sector estates across London and the Home Counties. Every inspection is conducted in accordance with LACORS Fire Guidance by NEBOSH and IFSM accredited assessors, ensuring full compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Housing Act 2004, local borough enforcement requirements, and industry best practice.

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One provider for all compliance

Fire, electrical, EPCs, gas, HHSRS, and remedials delivered by a single supplier.

Centralised portfolio management

One point of contact, consolidated reports, and clear scheduling across all properties.

Reduced admin workload

We track renewal dates, send reminders, and handle compliance paperwork so your team doesn’t have to.

Minimise compliance risk

Council-accepted reports and accredited technicians keep every property fully compliant and inspection-ready.

Seamless portfolio scalability

From a handful of properties to large portfolios, we deliver the same consistency, reliability, and compliance assurance.

All-in-one compliance checks

Fire Risk Assessments, EICRs, EPCs, HHSRS, and landlord safety certificates in a single visit, saving you time and disruption

HMO & rental licensing Made Simple

Our NEBOSH and BAFE compliant reports and certificates are fully compliant with local authority and rental licensing requirements.

Fast reports and fewer voids

Urgent (same day ) or Same-week inspections with digital certificates keep properties legally ready for tenants without costly delays

Trusted by councils and insurers

Accredited assessors and technicians deliver reports that stand up to audits, renewals, and claims

Scalable service

Whether you own one flat or a full portfolio, we keep every property inspection-ready with minimal hassle.

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Do you manage a residential or commercial portfolio?

Partner with us for bespoke compliance solutions designed for estate and managing agents. We reliably and consistently manage all legal safety checks across your portfolio at scale. Protect your assets, meet legal compliance obligations, safeguard the people, and free your time to focus on growing your business.

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Are you a Landlord or running a property rental business?

Our bespoke compliance packages cover everything from fire risk assessments to landlord safety certificates, ensuring your properties meet all HMO and rental licensing conditions. Whether you manage a single property or a large portfolio, we deliver safety checks reliably, consistently, and at scale.

Trusted Compliance Solutions for Landlords, HMOs and Managing agents

Whether you manage HMOs, rental properties, or large commercial portfolios, compliance is critical. We deliver precise, accredited fire risk assessments and landlord safety checks that satisfy licensing and legal requirements, protect tenants, and safeguard your assets. Our same-week reporting keeps you inspection-ready, compliant, and stress-free in all London Boroughs and Home County Districts.

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We provide Fire Safety services to all property types in

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HSE Property Checks provides the most comprehensive compliance services for all property types across London and the Home Counties, ensuring landlords, estate managers, and businesses stay fully compliant with UK safety regulations. From HMOs, rental homes, and residential blocks to commercial offices, retail units, care homes, schools, and industrial premises, our qualified assessors deliver trusted fire risk assessments, EICRs, EPCs, PAT testing, and landlord safety certificates. We simplify property compliance with clear reporting, fast appointments, and tailored packages, giving you peace of mind that every building, whether a single property or a large portfolio, is safe, compliant, and inspection-ready.

Local Coverage with Borough-Level Experience

Our team operates daily across London and the Home Counties with in-depth knowledge of local housing, licensing and fire authority requirements.

Same Day Service and 24-Hour Digital Reporting

We deliver rapid turnaround times with fully digital, audit-ready reports that meet licensing, insurance and regulatory deadlines without delay.

One Provider for Total Property Compliance

We offer a complete suite of inspection and certification services under one roof including Fire Risk Assessments, EICRs, Gas Safety, Legionella, Asbestos, PAT Testing, EPCs, Energy Efficiency and Performance, Remedial Work, Windows and Fire Door, and more.

Remedial Advice and Licensing Support

We go beyond compliance checks by offering practical remedial guidance, fire door upgrade support, and documentation for HMO licences and enforcement resolution.

Trusted by Landlords, Agents, and Local Authorities

We maintain a five-star Google rating, publish qualified-assessor reports, and are the preferred provider for managing agents, estate teams, and HMO landlords.

Quick Response

We respond quickly, keep you informed at every step, and deliver expert guidance with minimal hassle to ensure a smooth, professional experience from booking to certification.

Sector-Specific Fire Compliance Expertise

We serve all major sectors—residential (including HMOs), commercial, social and care homes, educational, healthcare, hospitality, warehousing—with tailored fire safety consultency and strategies that meet UK's legal and operational demands.

Fully Compliant with PAS 9980 and British Standards

All services adhere to PAS 9980, BS 5839 (fire alarms), BS 8214 (fire doors), BS 5266 (emergency lighting), and BS 5306 (extinguishers) for legally sound, insurable and enforceable compliance.

Certified Fire Safety and Compliance Specialists

We deliver NEBOSH, NICEIC and BOHS compliant property inspections and certifications and delivering expert-led assessments across fire, electrical, gas, asbestos, water hygiene, and energy compliance.

what makes us retain our clients and achieve referrals in

Barnet

HSE Property Checks retains its clients and earn referrals by consistently delivering expert property compliance services built on trust, accuracy and speed. Our qualified assessors help landlords, estate agents and property managers across London and the Home Counties stay fully compliant with legal obligations under the Fire Safety Order 2005, Housing Act 2004, Electrical Safety Regulations 2020 and Gas Safety Regulations. From fire risk assessments and EICRs to EPCs and PAT testing, every certification is carried out with precision and supported by clear, actionable guidance. The unique strengths below explain why clients repeatedly choose us — and confidently recommend us to others.

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Regional Coverage & Borough Level Property Compliance Expertise

We provide fire safety and property compliance services across all London boroughs and the Home Counties, including Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire, Surrey, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Hampshire. Our team has in-depth knowledge of local authority requirements, HMO licensing conditions, and borough-level fire safety enforcement, ensuring every inspection aligns with both national legislation and local compliance frameworks. We provide urgent and same day services offering services within 4 hours and same day reports to help clinets with urgent compliance requirements.

Accreditations

Every Fire Risk Assessment, Electrical Installation Condition Report, Gas Safety check, and EPC we carry out is delivered by UK registered engineers who hold NICEIC Approved Contractor, NAPIT Competent Person, Elmhurst DEA/NDEABAFE SP205, Gas Safe, BOHS P402/P405, City & Guilds 2391, and NEBOSH Fire Safety credentials guaranteeing full compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Building Safety Act 2022, BS 7671 and all London borough and Home County District HMO licensing conditions.

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FAQs

How do landlords in Barnet make sure a Fire Risk Assessment is compliant?

In Barnet, a Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) must cover every communal space and escape route in line with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. For HMOs, landlords are expected to provide written evidence that alarms, fire doors, extinguishers, and emergency lighting are inspected and logged. Properties in Finchley and Golders Green, where older conversions are common, often require extra attention to compartmentation and stairwell safety. Barnet Council Housing & Environmental Health teams frequently request FRAs when processing licence applications, so keeping assessments up to date is essential.

How often should Fire Risk Assessments be updated in Barnet?

Best practice is to review an FRA every 12 months or sooner if changes are made, such as new tenants, building alterations, or upgraded fire systems. In Barnet, landlords of high-risk HMOs may be asked for a reassessment as often as every 6 months, particularly where multiple storeys or vulnerable tenants are involved. Having a current FRA on file prevents delays with licensing renewals and demonstrates proactive safety management to local officers.

How quickly are fire safety certificates provided in Barnet?

Certificates for FRAs, EICRs, PAT testing, and Gas Safety checks are usually supplied the next working day after inspection. Where Barnet Council requests urgent documentation—such as during surprise licensing visits or complaint investigations—landlords can request same-day electronic delivery. Fast turnaround ensures properties remain compliant and prevents licensing delays or enforcement action.

How can landlords check if their fire doors in Barnet meet legal standards?

Landlords should look for FD30 certification labels, check intumescent strips and smoke seals are intact, and confirm the door self-closes properly. In Barnet HMOs, inspectors often reject applications if bedroom or corridor doors do not meet this standard. Victorian conversions in Hendon and Edgware are particularly prone to issues where original doors have been retrofitted incorrectly. A professional fire door survey provides peace of mind before council inspections.

Why do many Barnet landlords receive ‘unsatisfactory’ EICRs?

Older housing stock in Barnet, especially 1930s and 1960s flats, often fails initial Electrical Installation Condition Reports. Common issues include outdated fuse boards without RCDs, cracked sockets, insufficient earthing, and overloaded circuits due to modern appliances. Reports marked C1 or C2 require urgent work before a satisfactory certificate can be issued. This is one of the most frequent reasons Barnet landlords fall foul of HMO licence conditions.

What documents do Barnet Council require for HMO licensing?

A typical Barnet Council HMO application requires: a Fire Risk Assessment report, an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), a Gas Safety Certificate (CP12), a PAT testing record, a fire door survey or inspection certificate, and evidence of working smoke/CO alarms. Failure to provide one or more of these documents is one of the most common reasons Barnet licence applications are delayed or refused.

What are the top fire safety failings in Barnet HMOs?

The issues most often flagged by Barnet inspectors include: non-certified or missing fire doors on bedrooms; smoke alarms not interlinked across storeys; escape routes blocked or lacking signage; emergency lighting not tested or logged; and outdated EICRs beyond the 5-year limit. Multi-occupied Victorian houses in Barnet are especially vulnerable to poor compartmentation, which can cause instant inspection failures.

What risks do Barnet landlords face if they delay a Fire Risk Assessment?

Delays can result in licence refusal, fines, or prohibition notices from Barnet Council. Insurance may also be invalidated if an FRA is out of date and a fire occurs. Tenants are placed at unnecessary risk, and landlords may face reputational damage if enforcement action is published. Proactive annual assessments avoid these problems and keep housing officers satisfied that properties are being managed safely.

What needs to be recorded in a fire safety logbook in Barnet?

Barnet landlords should ensure their logbook contains: weekly alarm test dates; monthly function tests and annual duration tests for emergency lighting; fire extinguisher servicing records; fire door inspections and remedial actions; dates of FRA reviews; and tenant or staff fire drill records. Council officers often ask to see these during licensing audits. A missing or incomplete logbook can be grounds for licence refusal even if equipment is installed.

How has the Fire Safety Act 2021 changed responsibilities for Barnet landlords?

The Fire Safety Act 2021 clarified that flat entrance doors and external walls are now explicitly part of the FRA in multi-occupied buildings. In Barnet, this means landlords must ensure assessors record the condition of doors leading onto communal corridors, as well as any external cladding or insulation. Properties that don’t include these elements in their FRA risk being judged non-compliant under inspection.

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