Scotland
Fire Door Hold-Open Devices in the Scottish Borders
We provide fire door hold-open devices across the Scottish Borders, with the same report format and pricing as everywhere else we work.
Fire Door Hold-Open Devices: A fire door hold-open device keeps a fire door open in normal use and releases it to close automatically when the fire alarm activates. Free-swing closers let the door move freely like an ordinary door, then close it on alarm.
- Area
- Scottish Borders
- Region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- EH, TD
- Towns listed
- Whole area covered
- Local authorities
- The Scottish Borders
- Fire safety law
- Scotland: Fire (Scotland) Act 2005
What's included in the Scottish Borders?
- Acoustic hold-open units that release on the alarm sound
- A record of the device and the test for the fire log
- Testing of release on alarm and of the door's closing action
- Wire-free radio units linked to compatible alarm systems
- Free-swing closers for residents who struggle with door weight
- Hard-wired electromagnetic units, with the alarm contractor
How does it work in the Scottish Borders?
Assess
We check the door, closer and alarm system to choose the right device.
Install
Devices are fitted and set so the door closes and latches on release.
Test
Release is tested with the alarm, or the alarm sounder where acoustic.
Record
Device details and test results are added to your records.
What the law requires in the Scottish Borders
Scottish law applies in the Scottish Borders: the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the 2006 regulations cover relevant premises, and new or altered doors follow the Scottish building standards.
- 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
Guide prices in the Scottish Borders
Typical the Scottish Borders prices: £280–£650 per door (ex VAT). Minimum visit from £280.
Coverage in the Scottish Borders
We cover every part of the Scottish Borders, including the postcode districts EH38, EH43, EH44, EH45, EH46, TD1, TD2, TD3, TD4, TD5, TD6, TD7, TD8, TD9, TD10, TD11, TD13, TD14. Visits are grouped by district to keep travel costs down.
Fire Door Hold-Open Devices in the Scottish Borders: questions
Is it legal to wedge a fire door open?
Wedging a fire door open defeats it, because it cannot close in a fire, and it can breach fire safety law. If a door needs to stay open, use a device that releases it automatically when the alarm activates.
Can hold-open devices be used on flat entrance doors?
Generally not on flat entrance doors in residential blocks. They are mainly used on corridor and cross-corridor doors in other buildings, subject to the fire risk assessment.
Which fire safety law applies in the Scottish Borders?
In Scotland, fire safety duties for workplaces, HMOs and other non-domestic premises come from the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006, with new work designed to the Scottish building standards.
How quickly can you inspect fire doors in the Scottish Borders?
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.