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. Across North Ayrshire, the work is planned around Scotland’s HMO rules and the standards the local council publishes.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- KA, PA
- Main towns
- Irvine, Kilwinning, Saltcoats
What do fire doors in North Ayrshire involve?
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Signage where required
- Installation record and photos
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
Which rules apply in North Ayrshire?
- 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 North Ayrshire?
| 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 North Ayrshire
Questions about fire doors in North Ayrshire
Do you record what was fitted?
Yes. You get a schedule of doors with photos and product details for your records and the council.
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 carry out fire doors across North Ayrshire?
Yes, across the whole of North Ayrshire, including Irvine, Kilwinning, Saltcoats.
Who licenses HMOs in North Ayrshire?
North Ayrshire council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in North Ayrshire
- HMO fire safety upgrades in North Ayrshire
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in North Ayrshire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in North Ayrshire
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in North Ayrshire
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in North Ayrshire
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in North Ayrshire
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in North Ayrshire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in North Ayrshire