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 East Lothian, priced against the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH, TD
- Main towns
- Musselburgh
What do fire doors in East Lothian involve?
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Installation record and photos
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Signage where required
Which rules apply in East Lothian?
- 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 East Lothian?
| 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 East Lothian
Questions about fire doors in East Lothian
Do bedroom doors need closers?
Doors onto the escape route are usually expected to self-close. The fire risk assessment sets which doors.
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 East Lothian?
Yes, across the whole of East Lothian, including Musselburgh.
Who licenses HMOs in East Lothian?
East Lothian council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in East Lothian
- HMO fire safety upgrades in East Lothian
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in East Lothian
- Fire alarm and detection systems in East Lothian
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in East Lothian
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in East Lothian
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in East Lothian
- Extensions for extra rooms in East Lothian
- House to HMO conversion in East Lothian