FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT COST
Fire risk assessment cost in Bristol and Bath
Typical published prices for a fire risk assessment, what moves the price, and what to check before you accept a quote.
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Bristol?
Published prices for a standard fire risk assessment in England typically run from about £200 to £600 for a small HMO, flat, shop or office, and rise for larger or more complex buildings. These are typical published prices, not a quote. Some providers show prices before VAT, so check which one you are being given.
| Property | Typical published price |
|---|---|
| Small shop, office or flat (under about 100 m²) | About £200 to £500 |
| Small HMO or shared house | About £250 to £600 |
| Larger or multi-storey HMO, block of flats (shared parts) | About £500 and up, often with an extra amount per flat |
| Commercial premises up to about 500 m² | About £500 to £700 |
| Larger commercial premises (500 m² and over) | About £700 to £900 and up |
Figures taken from published provider price pages and a published English council fee schedule in October 2026. Prices vary by provider and by region, so treat them as a guide to the range.
What makes one assessment cost more than another?
Size is the main driver, followed by the number of floors, how complicated the escape routes are, how many rooms or flats there are, and whether the building has features that take longer to assess, such as shared kitchens, a lift or a basement. Access matters too: a visit that has to be rearranged because keys or tenants are unavailable can add cost.
Is the cheapest quote the best one?
Not necessarily. Very low advertised prices often cover only the smallest, simplest buildings and may leave out the written report or any follow-up questions. Ask what the price includes, how long the visit takes and what you receive afterwards. A fire risk assessment is a written record, so check the report is part of the price.
What is included in a fire risk assessment?
A visit to the property, a look at the alarms, fire doors, escape routes, emergency lighting and signage, and a written report with prioritised actions. For HMOs, the assessment also covers the shared parts. See our HMO fire safety page and fire door inspections page for the detail.
How do I get a price for my property?
Send us the address, how the building is used, its approximate size and any deadline from an insurer, landlord or licence renewal. We will match you with an assessor and talk you through what your property needs before anything is booked.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fire risk assessment cost in Bristol?
Published prices typically run from about £200 to £600 for a small HMO, flat, shop or office, and rise for larger or more complex buildings. These are typical published prices, not a quote.
Is a fire risk assessment cheaper for a small HMO?
Usually, yes. A small shared house with a few bedrooms and one set of stairs is simpler to assess than a larger multi-storey HMO or a block of flats, so the published prices are lower.
Does the price include VAT?
It depends on the provider. Some price pages show figures before VAT, so check whether the price you are given includes it.
Do prices differ in Bath?
The published range is much the same across the area. The size and complexity of the building matter far more than the postcode.
Do I need to pay again each year?
Your assessment should be reviewed at least yearly and whenever something significant changes, such as a new layout or a change of tenancy. A review is usually quicker than a first assessment. See FRA reviews for when one is due.
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