In short: An HMO fire door is a certified door set, usually rated FD30S, that holds back fire and smoke for about 30 minutes when closed. We carry this out across Aberdeen City, priced against the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- AB
- Main towns
- Aberdeen
What do fire doors in Aberdeen City involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Installation record and photos
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Aberdeen City?
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- Every HMO needs a council licence: 3 or more people who are not all from one or two families, sharing basic amenities. Licences last up to 3 years.
- Landlords must also be on the Scottish landlord register, renewed every 3 years.
How much do fire doors cost in Aberdeen City?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £570 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £570 – £1,250 | door |
Typical time on site: 1–3 working days. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Fire doors by town in Aberdeen City
Questions about fire doors in Aberdeen City
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
What is an FD30S door?
A fire door tested to resist fire for about 30 minutes, with smoke seals (the S). It needs the right frame and fitting to work.
Do you carry out fire doors across Aberdeen City?
Yes, across the whole of Aberdeen City, including Aberdeen.
Who licenses HMOs in Aberdeen City?
Aberdeen City council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Aberdeen City
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Aberdeen City
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Aberdeen City
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Aberdeen City
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Aberdeen City
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Aberdeen City
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Aberdeen City
- Communal kitchen refits in Aberdeen City
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Aberdeen City