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 Angus, priced against the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- DD, PH, AB
- Main towns
- Arbroath, Forfar
What do fire doors in Angus involve?
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Installation record and photos
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Angus?
- 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.
Scottish councils set their own HMO licence standards and planning policies. Every HMO needs a licence, so check the council’s standards before you design the layout.
How much do fire doors cost in Angus?
| 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 Angus
Questions about fire doors in Angus
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
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 Angus?
Yes, across the whole of Angus, including Arbroath, Forfar.
Who licenses HMOs in Angus?
Angus council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Angus
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Angus
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Angus
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Angus
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Angus
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Angus
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Angus
- Communal kitchen refits in Angus
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Angus