Getting steel fire doors right in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray
Our steel fire doors service covers all of Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray, across postcode districts including AB10, IV36 and AB37.
For steel fire doors in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray we order factory-prepared doorsets so the hardware matches the test evidence exactly. We anchor and seal steel frames in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray buildings to the manufacturer's instructions and photograph the work before it is covered.
Wherever your building is in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray, the fire safety duties come from national rules, and our installation standard is the same.
Security and finishes
Steel fire doors can combine fire resistance with security features such as heavier locks and anti-jemmy details, within the evidence. They are usually powder coated in a range of colours, which gives a hard-wearing finish for back-of-house areas.
Which fire door rules apply in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray?
Scottish rules apply to fire doors in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray. The Technical Handbooks under the Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004 set the standard for new and altered doors, and the local authority issues building warrants where they are needed. Workplaces and other non-domestic premises are covered by the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005.
Residential common parts in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray are treated differently from England, so we check the fire risk assessment and any landlord or factor requirements before specifying work.
From enquiry to handover in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray
- Survey the opening, wall type and use
- Specify rating, size, hardware and finish
- Order factory-prepared steel doorset
- Remove existing door and prepare the opening
- Anchor, pack and seal the frame; hang the leaf
- Commission closer and locks; record evidence
Budgeting for steel fire doors in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray
As a guide, budget £900–£2,200 per steel doorset supplied and fitted, ex VAT for steel fire doors. The figure for your Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray building depends on the number of doors, the rating, the condition of the frames, finishes, hardware and access. We confirm a fixed price after the free survey.
Questions
Do you provide steel fire doors across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray?
Yes. We cover all of Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Moray, including Aberdeen and Elgin. Surveys and written quotes are free.
Do steel fire doors need intumescent seals?
Some steel doorsets use intumescent seals and some do not, depending on how they were tested. The certification sets out exactly what is required.
How long do steel doorsets take to make?
Steel doorsets are usually made to order with factory-prepared hardware, so allow a few weeks. We confirm the lead time with your quote.