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What is a Landlord Gas Safety Certificate?

If you're a landlord it is important to know your obligations when it comes to the gas safety of your property. Landlords are required to comply with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998.

Gas Safe registered engineers must inspect your flues and appliances at least once a year. You must also give the gas safety record to every tenant.

What is a gas safety certificate?

A landlord gas safety certificate is an official document that an Gas Safe registered engineer gives to the owner of a property following conducting a safety inspection. This document should contain all the information regarding the properties gas pipework and appliances that have been checked for safety. Landlords are legally responsible for ensuring that all of these things are in good functioning order and give their tenants copies of the document they have completed.

All landlords are required by law to inspect their properties every 12 months and to obtain an annual certificate of gas safety. However, the regulations require that landlords ensure they plan their inspections no more than one month prior to when the current certificate is due to expire. This helps them avoid any coverage lapse and provides the best possible protection for their tenants.

To get a landlord gas safety certificate you must arrange for an Gas Safe registered engineer to visit the property. The engineer will examine the gas appliances and pipes within the property. The engineer will also test each appliance's emergency controls. The engineer will also test the emergency control for each appliance.

If a tenant is refusing to permit access to the inspection, the landlord may attempt to persuade them to allow the inspection to let them in by writing a strong letter explaining why they need the checks to be completed and what happens in the event they refuse to let them in. If this isn't working, the landlord may consider starting the eviction by delivering an Section 21 notice.

As a landlord, you must give your tenants an original copy of the completed Landlord Gas Safety Record within 28 days of the date each check is being conducted. The record should be given to existing tenants as well as to any new tenants prior to when they move into the property. You should also keep the original record for a period of 2 years.

What is a tenant gas safety certificate?

In general, landlords are accountable for ensuring that all gas safe certificate check appliances within their properties are checked annually by an Gas Safe certified engineer. This is a legal requirement, and the cost could range from PS60-PS120 based on the items included in the inspection. The engineer will issue a CP12 to the landlord following the inspection. The CP12 must be provided to tenants within four weeks after the test is completed. The document is a proof of the inspection and must be kept by the landlord two years following the date of the initial inspection. It is recommended to keep the documents online to reduce the amount of waste.

Landlords must also make sure that they have access to the property in order to carry out the annual service and gas security inspections. If a tenant is unwilling to permit access, the law states that the landlord must take all reasonable steps' to gain access to carry out the check. It could be necessary to write to the tenant and ask them to contact an engineer directly, and to repeatedly request access. You can also contact the local council, who may be able to send an official to explain why it is important to allow access for maintenance and safety inspections.

If a tenant continues to refuse to give access the landlord should think about initiating the process of expulsion. While this should be considered a last resort but it is legal right for a landlord to evict a tenant that refuses to cooperate with security checks. This is a complex process, so landlords must consult with a lawyer before making a decision.

The landlord is responsible to provide gas appliances, pipes and flues to tenants. This is true even if the landlord sublet the property to a third party. However, the original landlord, and anyone else who has been given duties by contract, should cooperate to ensure that compliance with the statutory requirements.

It is essential to find out if a landlord has hired a managing agent for their rental properties. They should also inquire who is responsible for scheduling gas safety tests. Certain agents will assume this responsibility, however you must check with the agency to ensure that you are protected.

What is a sub-let gas safety certificate?

When a landlord leases their property, they have to ensure that it is safe for the residents who live there. Gas safety certificates are proof that all gas appliances and flues have been checked by a licensed engineer and are deemed safe. The landlord is responsible for ensuring that gas safety checks are carried out each year, and copies of the certificates are handed out to the tenants. The checks should be conducted by a registered gas safety certificate landlord Safe engineer, and the CP12 form should include their ID number and a date of issue.

The landlord must also provide tenants a copy of the gas certificate within 28 days following the conclusion of any checks. In the same way, landlords must provide a copy of CP12 to any new tenants before they move into.

There are exceptions to this rule however, if the property is used for short-term lets such as student housing or holiday cottages. Include these exemptions as part of your tenancy contract in order to avoid any future legal issues.

If a landlord discovers that their appliances or flues are not in compliance with safety standards during an inspection, they must fix them as soon as possible. This could involve disconnection and reconnection of the gas supply to the appliance or installation. Landlords should ensure that their gas engineers are registered with Gas Safe registration and verify their identity with their photocard prior to carrying out any work.

Despite the exemptions discussed above, the rules governing gas safety checks for landlords are very strict and must be adhered to. If the landlord is found to be in violation of the regulations and is prosecuted, they could be fined and could face fines or even jail sentences.

Total Landlord is here to help you if you're a landlord that needs to arrange an inspection for gas safety. We have a network of Gas Safe engineers who can visit your property and carry out a thorough inspection, and issue you with a CP12 gas safety certificate. We offer competitive rates and same-day service for emergency situations. Call us or visit our site today for more information.

What is an annual gas safety check?

You are legally accountable for an annual gas safety inspection every year if you rent out some or all of your home. This includes checking your boiler as well as any other gas appliances, such as flues, pipework and any fittings and fixtures that use or exhaust gases.

Gas Safe engineers will inspect your home to ensure all is in good order and up-to-date. They will examine the flues and gas appliances, and look for signs of carbon monoxide poisoning or leaks. They will also make sure that the gas supply is on and the gas meter has money on it.

After the inspection and the check, it's a great idea to give an original copy of your gas safety report to your tenants. It should be given to any existing tenants within 28 days, and to any new tenants prior to when they move in. You should keep the copy for yourself as well as any agents that you use.

Landlords must arrange and pay for gas safety certificates and inspections for their properties. If the tenant refuses to allow the inspection or maintenance work to be completed, you must take'reasonable steps' to gain entry. This could mean writing a strong letter explaining why you need access to the property and what safety checks will involve. If the tenant still refuses, you can consider starting the Section 21 eviction process.

Your annual gas safety inspection is covered by your Hometree landlord insurance policy. That means you don't need to organize it on your own or think about when you'll need do it. You can also rest assured that we've got your back should you need to renew your insurance or alter any information.

Visit the Hometree site to find out more on our landlord insurance packages. You can also sign up for a no-cost quote to learn more about the coverage and how much you'll have to pay. Our guarantee of no price hikes means that you won't pay more for your annual premium than the inflation rate of the first year.