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. In Scottish Borders we survey first, price each item separately and hand over the certificates and photos a council asks for.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- TD, EH, ML
- Main towns
- Hawick
What do fire doors in Scottish Borders involve?
- Signage where required
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Certified FD30S door sets or door leaves
- Installation record and photos
- Survey of which doors need upgrading
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
Which rules apply in Scottish Borders?
- The tolerable standard requires interlinked smoke alarms in the main living room and circulation spaces and a heat alarm in the kitchen; licensed HMOs must meet the council’s higher standard.
- Landlords must also be on the Scottish landlord register, renewed every 3 years.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
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 Scottish Borders?
| 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 Scottish Borders
Questions about fire doors in Scottish Borders
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 Scottish Borders?
Yes, across the whole of Scottish Borders, including Hawick.
Who licenses HMOs in Scottish Borders?
Scottish Borders council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Scottish Borders
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Scottish Borders
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Scottish Borders
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Scottish Borders
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Scottish Borders
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Scottish Borders
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Scottish Borders
- Full HMO refurbishment in Scottish Borders
- Ensuite installation in Scottish Borders