HMO FireWise

HMO FireWise is a trusted, HMO-focused fire safety service that makes compliance simple, clear, and stress-free. Led by Anthea Hunter, a senior fire risk assessor and building surveyor with over 10 years’ experience and qualifications including Level 3 Fire Risk Assessment (HMO Specialist), Fire Door Inspection & Testing, and a BSc in Building Surveying, ensuring landlords and letting agents can have confidence that their properties are safe, compliant, and professionally managed.

Expertise: built on experience

I have spent over 10 years working in building surveying with the last 6 years spent predominantly in fire safety, carrying out comprehensive risk assessments across various residential properties, including HMOs, hotels, and social housing. Recognising the unique challenges HMOs present, I specialise in providing clear, practical guidance to help landlords and letting agents keep tenants safe and ensure full legal compliance. My greatest reward comes from knowing a property is genuinely safe, hazards are addressed, and everyone can act confidently in an emergency.

Professional Membership

Anthea Hunter is a Member of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM) and is recognised as a Tier 2 Fire Risk Assessor, demonstrating competence in carrying out fire risk assessments in accordance with current legislation and best practice.

More than reports: your trusted fire safety partner

Beyond delivering clear, actionable fire safety reports, I want every client to feel truly confident that their HMOs are safe, compliant, and impeccably managed. Working with HMO FireWise means you’re not just ticking a box; you’re gaining a dedicated partner who understands the unique complexities of HMOs, provides practical, tailored guidance, and helps you protect both your tenants and your valuable investment.

At HMO FireWise, we offer Type 1 and 3 fire risk assessments and full fire door surveys. Inspections are carried out in line with current legislation and best practice, including:

  • Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRFSO) - covering common areas, escape routes, and shared facilities to ensure fire safety compliance.

  • LACORS Fire Safety Guidance for Houses in Multiple Occupation – HMO-specific guidance for managing fire risks effectively.

  • BS 9999 – best practice for fire safety in building design, management and use.

  • BS 9792:2025 – guidance for the competence, methodology, and reporting of fire risk assessments, ensuring assessments are carried out consistently, proportionately, and to a recognised professional standard.

  • BS 8214 & BS 476 – standards for fire doors and fire-resisting construction.

  • Other relevant guidance such as local authority HMO licensing requirements and fire service recommendations.

My goal is to make fire safety simple, reliable, and stress-free for landlords and letting agents alike.

Compliance made simple, clear, and actionable

I make compliance simple by breaking down complex fire safety requirements into clear, practical steps that landlords and letting agents can easily understand and act on. Every assessment is delivered as a straightforward, detailed report, including photos, prioritised recommendations, and precise guidance on next steps. What makes our method special is that it’s HMO-focused, combining fire risk assessments and fire door inspections into one comprehensive package. We use professional digital tools to capture information efficiently on site, ensuring reports are accurate, consistent, and easy to read.

We understand that landlords and letting agents often work to tight timescales. Using efficient assessment methods and professional digital reporting tools, we aim to deliver clear, high-quality reports promptly, with same day issue available where appropriate.

This approach saves you time, avoids confusion, and gives you complete confidence that your properties are safe and fully compliant.

 

“Working with HMO FireWise has been a game-changer for our portfolio. Their clear, actionable advice made navigating HMO fire safety straightforward and gave us complete peace of mind.”

Emma G., Property Manager, Newcastle