If you own, manage or run a building, the law expects you to understand its fire risks and deal with them. Our fire risk assessment services give you a clear written assessment and a practical action plan. That way, you know exactly where you stand and what to do next.
We are The Fire Risk Assessment, a small, owner-run team. We work with landlords, managing agents, freeholders and business owners across London, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Our prices are fixed and start from £175, with no hidden extras.
Unlike large national firms, we keep things personal. The person you speak to on the phone is the person who visits your building. As a result, nothing gets lost between the booking and the report.
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 is the main fire safety law in England and Wales. It places duties on the “responsible person”. That is usually the employer, the owner, the landlord or whoever controls the premises.
The responsible person must carry out a suitable and sufficient fire risk assessment. They must also act on its findings and keep it under review. The law covers almost all non-domestic buildings. It also covers the shared parts of blocks of flats and houses in multiple occupation (HMOs).
The rules became stricter in October 2023. Since then, every responsible person must record the full assessment in writing, whatever the size of the business. You must also record who carried it out, and that person must be competent. The government explains these changes in its guidance on Section 156 of the Building Safety Act 2022.
Ignoring these duties is risky. Your local fire and rescue service can inspect premises and issue enforcement notices. In serious cases, courts can impose unlimited fines and even prison sentences. More importantly, a good assessment helps keep people alive.
We assess everything from a single shop to a multi-storey block of flats. Our regular clients include:
Every building is different, so we never use a one-size-fits-all checklist. Instead, we look at how your building is actually used and who is inside it.
Our fire risk assessment services follow a clear process from start to finish.
You can download a sample fire risk assessment report to see the level of detail you will get.
Our prices start from £175. The final cost depends on the size of the building, how it is used and how complex it is. For example, the communal hallway of a small block costs far less than a large care home.
We always quote a fixed price before we book anything. So you will never get a surprise bill. To get your quote, call 01442 939 006 or use our contact form.
We carry out assessments across London and the Home Counties. Each area has its own mix of buildings, so we have written a page for each one:
We also cover Hemel Hempstead, St Albans, Milton Keynes, Slough and surrounding towns. If your town is not listed, give us a call anyway.
The law does not set a fixed renewal date. However, you must review your assessment regularly and whenever something significant changes. Typical triggers include building work, a change of use, new tenants, or a fire or near miss. Many of our clients book an annual review, because it keeps their records current and their insurers happy.
Besides fire safety, we can help with other compliance work for landlords and businesses. Through our partner companies, we also offer Legionella risk assessments, EPC certificates and floor plans and lease plans. Booking several services together often saves you time and a second visit.
Can I do my own fire risk assessment? In a small, simple building, you can. The government publishes free guidance for responsible persons. However, the person doing it must be competent. For flats, HMOs and busier premises, most owners prefer a professional.
How long does the visit take? Most visits take between one and three hours. Larger or more complex buildings can take longer.
When will I get my report? We usually send the report within a few working days of the visit. [Change this to your normal turnaround time.]
Don’t wait for an inspection or an insurance renewal to remind you. Our fire risk assessment services are quick to book and fairly priced. Call 01442 939 006, email info@thefireriskassessment.co.uk or request a free quote online.
