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Residential fire door inspections
Flat entrance doors, communal doors, riser doors and doors protecting escape routes in blocks of flats and higher-risk residential buildings.
Manchester & North West fire door specialists
Fire door inspections you can act on.
Competent inspections for residential and commercial buildings across Manchester and the North West—delivered by Level 3-qualified inspectors, with clear photographic reports and prioritised remedial actions.
Level 3 inspectorsResidential & commercialClear digital audit trail
Level 3 qualifiedCompetent fire door inspectors
Greater Manchester coverageManchester and the wider North West
Door-by-door recordsPhotographic evidence and findings
From survey to compliancePractical remedial support
Professional fire door surveys
More than a pass-or-fail checklist
Our inspections give Responsible Persons, managing agents and building owners a reliable record of each door—and a practical route from identified defects to compliance.
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Commercial fire door inspections
Door surveys for offices, schools, care settings, hotels, retail, mixed-use buildings and property portfolios throughout Manchester and North West England.
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Remedial works support
Prioritised schedules, repair-versus-replacement guidance and project management for compliant fire door remediation and replacement.
What we inspect
Every component that affects performance
A fire door is a complete assembly. We assess visible condition, installation and operation—not simply the door leaf—using a consistent inspection methodology aligned with relevant guidance and the door’s intended performance.
- Door leaf and frame
- Perimeter gaps
- Intumescent and smoke seals
- Hinges and fixings
- Self-closing devices
- Glazing and apertures
- Locks and ironmongery
- Signage and identification
A clear inspection process
From site visit to prioritised action plan
Designed for busy property teams who need defensible records, clear decisions and a manageable next step.
Scope the building
We confirm the premises, number and types of doors, access arrangements and reporting requirements.
Inspect each door
Our inspector records the condition and operation of each accessible fire door assembly.
Issue the report
You receive individual door records, photographs, defect descriptions and risk-based priorities.
Plan remediation
IPC can help specify, coordinate and verify the works required to close out identified defects.
Local coverage
Fire door inspections across Manchester and the North West
We support individual buildings and multi-site portfolios across Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire and the wider North West, with practical scheduling for occupied premises.
- Manchester city centre
- Salford
- Trafford
- Stockport
- Tameside
- Oldham
- Rochdale
- Bury
- Bolton
- Wigan
- Cheshire
- Lancashire
Common questions
Fire door inspection FAQs
How often should fire doors be inspected?
In blocks of flats over 11 metres, communal fire doors should be checked at least quarterly and flat entrance doors at least annually. Other buildings need a suitable inspection regime based on risk, use, footfall and the findings of the fire risk assessment.
What will I receive after the inspection?
You receive a clear report with door-by-door records, photographs, identified defects and recommended actions. Findings can be prioritised to help you plan and budget remedial work.
Can existing fire doors be repaired?
Many defects can be corrected, but the right solution depends on the door’s construction, evidence of performance, condition and compatibility of components. Our report distinguishes practical repairs from doors that require further investigation or replacement.
Do you inspect both residential and commercial fire doors?
Yes. We inspect fire doors in residential blocks, offices, schools, care settings, hospitality venues, mixed-use buildings and other commercial premises across Manchester and the North West.
Can IPC manage the remedial works?
Yes. IPC can develop the works schedule, coordinate competent contractors and oversee completion, giving you one route from inspection findings through to documented close-out.
Book a competent fire door inspection in Manchester
Tell us about your building, door count and timescale. We’ll provide a clear proposal for your inspection and reporting requirements anywhere in Manchester or the North West.