Scotland
Fire Door Gap Adjustment in Ayrshire
Across Ayrshire, from Kilmarnock to smaller towns and villages, we carry out fire door gap adjustments for landlords, housing providers, schools and businesses.
Fire Door Gap Adjustment: Fire door gap adjustment is the work needed to bring the gaps between a fire door leaf and its frame, and under the door, back within the tolerance in the door's evidence, typically 2 to 4 mm around the edges.
- Area
- Ayrshire
- Region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- KA, PA
- Towns listed
- 3
- Local authorities
- East Ayrshire, North Ayrshire, South Ayrshire
- Fire safety law
- Scotland: Fire (Scotland) Act 2005
Included as standard across Ayrshire
- Gap readings at head, hinge side, closing side and threshold
- Hardwood lippings fitted to narrow leaves where the evidence allows
- Frame adjustment or re-fixing where the frame has moved
- Final readings recorded for the door's file
- Hinges re-packed or replaced where the leaf has dropped
- Threshold gaps corrected or drop seals fitted on smoke control doors
How does it work in Ayrshire?
Measure
Gaps are measured at several points on every edge.
Diagnose
We identify why the gap has opened.
Correct
Hinges, leaf or frame are corrected using a method the door's evidence supports.
Re-measure
Final gap readings are recorded.
Which fire door rules apply in Ayrshire?
Ayrshire is in Scotland, where fire safety duties come from the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006. Regulation 10 is English law, but regular documented checks are still good practice.
- Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and 2006 regulations: workplaces, HMOs and other non-domestic premises
- Private blocks: common parts largely outside the Act; title deeds and Scottish Government guidance apply
- Scottish building standards for new and altered doors
- Regulation 10's fixed schedule is England-only
How much does it cost in Ayrshire?
Typical Ayrshire prices: £90–£260 per door (ex VAT). Minimum visit from £145.
Fire Door Gap Adjustment by town in Ayrshire
- Fire Door Gap Adjustment in Ayr
- Fire Door Gap Adjustment in Irvine
- Fire Door Gap Adjustment in Kilmarnock
Fire Door Gap Adjustment in Ayrshire: questions
What gap is allowed around a fire door?
Most guidance and manufacturers' evidence expect gaps of about 2 to 4 mm at the head and edges, with 3 mm as a practical target. The door's own certification or test evidence takes precedence if it states a different figure.
Why do gaps open up over time?
Hinges wear and drop, frames shrink or move, leaves warp, and doors are sometimes planed after flooring changes. Each needs a different repair.
Does regulation 10 apply in Ayrshire?
No. Ayrshire is in Scotland, which has its own fire safety law. The Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 cover workplaces, HMOs and other non-domestic premises; common parts of private blocks of flats are largely outside them.
How quickly can you inspect fire doors in Ayrshire?
It depends on the number of doors and access. Tell us what you need and we will give you the earliest date when you call, and confirm it in writing.