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 West Lothian, priced against the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH
- Main towns
- Livingston, Bathgate, Broxburn, Linlithgow, Armadale
What do fire doors in West Lothian involve?
- Signage where required
- Thumb-turn locks on bedroom doors
- Correct gaps, hinges and ironmongery
- Intumescent strips and smoke seals
- Installation record and photos
- Overhead or concealed self-closers
Which rules apply in West 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 West 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 West Lothian
Questions about fire doors in West Lothian
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 West Lothian?
Yes, across the whole of West Lothian, including Livingston, Bathgate, Broxburn.
Who licenses HMOs in West Lothian?
West Lothian council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in West Lothian
- HMO fire safety upgrades in West Lothian
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in West Lothian
- Fire alarm and detection systems in West Lothian
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in West Lothian
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in West Lothian
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in West Lothian
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in West Lothian
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in West Lothian