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 Argyll and Bute, priced against the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- PA, G, FK
- Main towns
- Helensburgh
What do fire doors in Argyll and Bute involve?
- Signage where required
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Installation record and photos
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in Argyll and Bute?
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- 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 Argyll and Bute?
| 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 Argyll and Bute
Questions about fire doors in Argyll and Bute
Can I just add strips to an old door?
Only if the door itself is capable of the rating, which most standard internal doors are not. A certified door set is usually the reliable route.
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
Do you carry out fire doors across Argyll and Bute?
Yes, across the whole of Argyll and Bute, including Helensburgh.
Who licenses HMOs in Argyll and Bute?
Argyll and Bute council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Argyll and Bute
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Argyll and Bute
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Argyll and Bute
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Argyll and Bute
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Argyll and Bute
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Argyll and Bute
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Argyll and Bute
- Student HMO refurbishment in Argyll and Bute
- Full HMO refurbishment in Argyll and Bute