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Holiday-let fire risk assessment

Get your written fire risk assessment today (for only £45).

If guests pay to stay, the law requires an up-to-date written fire risk assessment. Get yours today.

Assessors typically charge £150–£400. Do it with FRASafe, guided step by step, for £45.

Built on the RRO 2005Written record, as the law requiresGuest safety notice included

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Made for short-term lets

Cottages, cabins, Airbnbs and self-catering. The Fire Safety Order treats them all the same.

Self-catering & cottagesWhole-property lets where guests stay without you present.
Airbnb & short staysThe same law applies however you take bookings. England's short-term let register is expected in March 2027.
Guest fire-action noticeA printable escape-route notice to display for guests is included with your report.

Holiday-let hosts: if guests pay to stay, you are legally required to have a written fire risk assessment under the Fire Safety Order 2005. England’s short-term-let register is expected to follow, so get it done now. Start yours →

Built on the RRO 2005Written record, as the law requiresGuest safety notice includedWorks offlineInstant PDF report

Yes, it applies to you

Does my holiday let need a fire risk assessment?

In England and Wales, if anyone pays to stay in your property, even occasionally, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 applies and a written fire risk assessment is required. As the responsible person you can complete it yourself, competently. FRASafe walks you through every part.

Fire hazards in kitchens, open fires & appliances
Escape routes for guests unfamiliar with the layout
Smoke & carbon-monoxide alarm coverage
Fire action notices in every bedroom
Furniture & furnishings fire safety
Management, record-keeping & assessor declarations

Rules by nation

The law that covers your holiday let depends on where it is. Pick your nation for the detail.

Northern Ireland has its own fire safety law, the Fire and Rescue Services (Northern Ireland) Order 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010. Check with the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service if your let is there.

How it works

Your holiday let assessment in three steps

Most hosts finish in about 30 minutes, on the sofa or on-site.

1

Complete the assessment

Answer structured questions covering fire hazards, means of escape, smoke detection, CO alarms, and guest safety management. Includes fire action notices and emergency information packs for bedrooms.

2

Review your action plan

FRASafe generates a prioritised action plan for any deficiencies found. Review, sign your declarations, and pay £45 to generate your report.

3

Download your PDF report

Your fire risk assessment PDF is ready to keep on record and share with guests and booking platforms.

Your report

See exactly what you'll get

A finished, written fire risk assessment you can show your council and keep on file. Every finding is rated, and the action plan puts the urgent fixes first.

See a sample report →
Sample HMO fire risk assessment report

Purpose-built

Built for holiday let hosts

Not a generic template. FRASafe's holiday let questionnaire addresses the unique risks of transient guests.

Guest Safety Module

Fire action notices in bedrooms, escape route diagrams, guest information packs, and key safe emergency instructions. All critical for guests unfamiliar with the property.

Written down, as the law requires

Produces the written fire risk assessment the RRO 2005 requires, with an action plan, before England's register arrives (expected in March 2027).

Works offline

Install as a PWA and complete your assessment on-site. Answers sync automatically when you reconnect.

Annual review reminders

FRASafe notifies you when your assessment is due for review, so it stays current.

Real reviews

What holiday let hosts say

★★★★★
“I manage three HMOs. An assessor quoted £350 each, over £1,000. I did all three with FRASafe in an afternoon for £135.”
Neil B. · HMO landlord · Nottingham
★★★★★
“I was required to undergo a fire risk assessment as part of my HMO application. I found the Frasafe online form easy to complete and upload information to produce a Fire Risk Assessment that was relevant to my property. The price point of £45 was affordable, making Frasafe the right choice for my needs as a busy Landlord.”
Karin Tong · Trustpilot review
★★★★★
“Super smooth process for getting my fire safety report for my AirBNB property. Will be using again.”
John Harrington · Trustpilot review

Free tool

How fire-safe is your holiday let?

Take the free 60-second fire safety check and get an instant Red, Amber or Green score, plus the things to fix first. No obligation.

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Simple pricing

No subscription. No hidden fees. Pay once per report.

Fire Risk Assessment

£150–£400 professional assessor

£45
  • Full holiday let questionnaire
  • Works offline on-site
  • PDF fire risk assessment in your name
  • Guest fire action notice
  • Lifetime access to your report
  • Annual review reminder
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Before you start

Common questions

Do I legally need a fire risk assessment for my holiday let?
Yes. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO 2005) applies to holiday lets and other short-term lets in England and Wales unless they are occupied as a private dwelling. Since 1 October 2023 the assessment must be written down in full, and you must keep it under review. England's national short-term let register is expected to start in March 2027 as well. Scotland has its own law and a licensing scheme, so see the Scotland page.
What is the England STL Registration Scheme?
England's short-term let register is a mandatory national scheme, expected to begin in March 2027. Dates have moved before. The date isn't fixed in law yet. Whatever happens with the register, a written fire risk assessment is already required now under the RRO 2005, so it makes sense to have yours done.
Will platforms like Airbnb ask for a fire risk assessment?
Airbnb and other booking platforms don't replace your legal duty. In England and Wales the RRO 2005 requires a written fire risk assessment however you take bookings, whether through a platform or direct. Keep yours on record so you can show it if a platform, a guest or the fire service asks.
How is a holiday let FRA different from an HMO FRA?
The core principles are the same: identify hazards, assess risk, and take action. But holiday lets need to account for transient guests who are unfamiliar with the property and escape routes. FRASafe's holiday let questionnaire includes a dedicated Guest Safety Management module covering fire action notices in bedrooms, guest information packs, and emergency exit clarity.
How much does it cost?
You pay a one-off £45 for your finished PDF report.
How long does it take?
Most hosts complete it in 20–30 minutes. Progress is saved automatically, so you can pause and return at any time, including offline.

Start your holiday let fire risk assessment today

£45 for your PDF report. A written fire risk assessment is already the law, so get yours written down today.