Scotland
Intumescent & Smoke Seal Replacement in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde
Across Renfrewshire & Inverclyde, from Paisley to smaller towns and villages, we carry out fire door seal replacements for landlords, housing providers, schools and businesses.
Intumescent & Smoke Seal Replacement: Intumescent seals are strips set into the edge of a fire door or its frame that expand when heated to close the gap around the door. Smoke seals, usually brush or fin seals, block cold smoke before the intumescent reacts. Both are part of the door's tested performance.
- Area
- Renfrewshire & Inverclyde
- Region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- G, PA
- Towns listed
- 4
- Local authorities
- East Renfrewshire, Inverclyde, Renfrewshire
- Fire safety law
- Scotland: Fire (Scotland) Act 2005
What's included in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde?
- Intumescent-only or combined intumescent and smoke seals as required
- Survey of the seal type, size and position for each door
- Threshold or drop-down seals where smoke control is required
- Seals on hanging, closing and head edges, and meeting stiles on pairs
- Gap readings checked so new seals can work
- Old seals removed cleanly from the groove
How does it work in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde?
Identify
We confirm the seal type and size the door needs.
Remove
Old or damaged seals are removed and grooves cleaned.
Fit
New seals are fitted in continuous lengths, mitred at the head.
Check
The door is closed and checked for binding or gaps.
Which fire door rules apply in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde?
Scottish law applies in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde: 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
How much does it cost in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde?
Guide prices for fire door seal replacements in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde start from £145 per visit; typical rates are £45–£110 per door, ex VAT.
Intumescent & Smoke Seal Replacement by town in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde
- Intumescent & Smoke Seal Replacement in Greenock
- Intumescent & Smoke Seal Replacement in Newton Mearns
- Intumescent & Smoke Seal Replacement in Paisley
- Intumescent & Smoke Seal Replacement in Renfrew
Intumescent & Smoke Seal Replacement in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde: questions
What is the difference between an intumescent strip and a smoke seal?
An intumescent strip expands in heat to seal the gap during a fire. A smoke seal, often a brush or blade, blocks cold smoke at lower temperatures. Smoke control doors, marked with an S such as FD30S, need both.
Will new seals fix a door with big gaps?
No. Seals only work within the gap they were tested with. Gaps outside tolerance need the door adjusting first.
Does regulation 10 apply in Renfrewshire & Inverclyde?
No. Renfrewshire & Inverclyde 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 Renfrewshire & Inverclyde?
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.