Fire Risk Assessment
Fire Risk Assessments for Landlords in Chelmsford & Essex
If you let an HMO or own a building with shared common areas, you need a suitable fire risk assessment. We arrange a qualified fire risk assessor across Chelmsford and Essex and help you plan any actions it recommends.
From £249
- What it is
- A Fire Risk Assessment identifies fire hazards and evaluates how well a property is protected — particularly relevant for shared housing and common areas (hallways, stairwells, shared kitchens).
- Who needs it
- Landlords of HMOs (Houses in Multiple Occupation) and any property with shared common areas.
- Legal basis
- Required for HMOs and buildings with common areas under fire safety legislation.
- How we help
- We arrange a qualified fire risk assessor to inspect your property, identify any issues, and produce your Fire Risk Assessment. If any remedial action is recommended, we coordinate getting it sorted — the assessment cost is separate from any remedial work, which is quoted once the findings are known.
Areas we cover
We coordinate this service for landlords and letting agents in Chelmsford, Colchester, Basildon, Southend-on-Sea, Brentwood, Braintree, Maldon and the rest of Essex. See all areas
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a fire risk assessment for a rental property?+
It is required for the common parts of HMOs and blocks of flats, and for commercial premises, under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. A single-let house with no shared areas usually does not need one, but smoke and carbon monoxide alarm rules still apply.
How often should a fire risk assessment be reviewed?+
Regularly, and whenever something significant changes, such as the layout, occupancy or works to the building. Many landlords review it every year.
What happens after the assessment?+
You receive a report with any recommended actions. Remedial work is quoted separately before anything goes ahead.
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Essex Certificate Services coordinates and manages certificates. Inspections are carried out by qualified, registered and insured third-party engineers and assessors. This page is general guidance, not legal advice.