What is a Landlord Gas Safety Certificate?<br /><br />It's important that you understand your responsibilities as a landlord when it comes to gas safety. <a href="https://notes.io/w6Dtt">gas safety certificate and boiler service</a> (Installation and Use) Regulations, 1998 are mandatory for landlords.<br /><br />Gas Safe registered engineers must examine your flues and appliances regularly on site. You should also provide the gas safety certificate to every tenant.<br /><br />What is a gas safety certification for landlords?<br /><br />A landlord gas safety certificate is an official document that a Gas Safe registered engineer gives to the owner of the property after conducting a safety inspection. The document should include all the information regarding the gas pipework in the property and appliances that have been checked for safety. Landlords have a legal obligation to ensure that these items are in good order and to give copies of the document to their tenants.<br /><br />The law requires that all landlords have their properties examined and obtain an updated gas safety certificate every 12 months. However, the regulations require landlords to schedule their inspections no later than one month before the date on which their current certificate is due to expire. This helps them avoid any coverage lapse and offers the most effective protection for their tenants.<br /><br />To obtain a landlord's gas safety certificate an engineer who is registered with Gas Safe will need to visit the property. The engineer will perform an exhaustive inspection of all of the gas appliances and installation pipes within the property. In addition, the engineer will also test the emergency controls for each appliance. The engineer will also test the emergency control for each appliance.<br /><br />If the tenant is refusing to permit access to the inspection, the landlord may try to persuade them by sending a strongly worded letter outlining why they require the inspections to be conducted and what happens should they refuse to allow them access. If this doesn't work the landlord might decide to start the eviction process by delivering the tenant with a Section 21 notice.<br /><br />As landlord, you are required to give your tenants an original copy of the completed Landlord Gas Safety Record within 28 days of every check being carried out. The record should be provided to all tenants, including any new tenants, prior to the time they move into the property. You must also keep the original records for two years.<br /><br />What is a gas safety certification for tenants?<br /><br />In general, landlords are accountable to ensure that all gas appliances within their homes are regularly inspected by an Gas Safe certified engineer. This is a legal requirement and the cost can range from PS60-PS120 depending on what's included in the test. The engineer will issue an CP12 (Landlord Gas Safety Record) to the landlord following the inspection. This document must be handed over to tenants within four weeks of the test having been completed. The document is a record and should be stored by the landlord for two years after the date of the first inspection. It's recommended to store them online to reduce the amount of waste.<br /><br />Landlords must also ensure that they have access to the property to perform the annual gas safety and service checks. If a tenant refuses to permit access, the law stipulates that the landlord must take all 'reasonable steps' to gain entry to complete the check. This may include writing to them, requesting them to contact the engineer directly, and repeating requests for entry. You can also contact your local council, who may be able to send an official to explain why it's essential to allow access for safety and maintenance checks.<br /><br />If the tenant does not let access in and the landlord is considering the possibility of eviction. It is the landlord's legal right to evict tenants who do not cooperate with security checks. Landlords should seek legal advice prior to taking this action because it could be a complicated process.<br /><br />The landlord is required to provide gas appliances, pipework and flues for tenants. This is the case even if the property has been completely or partially sub-leased by the landlord to third parties, although the original landlord and any person who is acquiring responsibilities through contractual arrangements must work together, with an explicit allocation of responsibilities to ensure that the legal requirements are fully met.<br /><br />It is crucial to determine if a landlord has hired an agent managing their rental properties. They should also inquire who is responsible for scheduling gas safety tests. Certain agents will be responsible for this, but it is important to inquire with the agency prior to your visit to be certain that you are covered.<br /><br />What is a sub-let gas safety certificate?<br /><br />If a landlord leases their property, they must make sure that the place is safe for the people who live there. A gas safety certificate shows that all gas appliances and flues in the property have been tested and deemed safe by an accredited gas engineer. It's the responsibility of the landlord to ensure that they have their gas safety inspections done each year, and to ensure that copies are given to the tenants who live there. The checks should be performed by a registered Gas Safe engineer, and the CP12 form should contain their ID number and date of the issue.<br /><br />It is also an obligation of law that the landlord hand tenants a copy the gas safety certificate within 28 days of any checks being completed. In the same way, landlords must provide a copy of CP12 to any new tenants prior to when they move in.<br /><br />This rule is not applicable when the property is rented out for a short time, such as the student house or holiday home. It is a good idea to include the details of these exemptions in your tenancy agreement as it could save you a lot of hassle and legal issues in the future.<br /><br /><br /><br />If a landlord discovers that their flues or appliances aren't safe during the course of an inspection, they should make arrangements for them to be repaired as soon as is possible. This could mean the removal and reconnecting of the gas supply. Landlords must make sure that their gas engineers have Gas Safe registration and verify their identity using their photo card prior to carrying out any work.<br /><br />Despite the exemptions mentioned above, the rules for gas safety inspections for landlords and landlords are strict and must also be observed. If the landlord is found not comply with the rules, they may be charged which could result in fines or even jail sentences for the offending party.<br /><br />If you're a landlord and want to arrange a gas safety inspection, Total Landlord can help. We have a network of Gas Safe engineers who can visit your home, carry out a full inspection, and issue you with a CP12 gas safety certificate. Our prices are competitive and we offer the same day service in the event of an emergency. For more information, give us a an email or call us on our website today.<br /><br />What is an annual gas safety inspection?<br /><br />If you rent out part or all of your home, it is your legal obligation to carry out an annual gas safety test. This includes checking your boiler as well as any other gas appliances, which includes pipework, flues, and fittings or fixtures that utilize or exhaust gases.<br /><br />Gas Safe engineers will inspect your home to ensure all is in good order and up-to-date. They will test all the gas appliances and flues, and look for signs of leaks or carbon monoxide poisoning. They will also check that the gas supply is turned on and that the gas meter is stocked with money on it.<br /><br />After the inspection and examination, it's a good idea to give a copy of your completed gas safety report to your tenants. It must be given to existing tenants within 28-days and to new tenants before moving in. It is also recommended to keep a copy of your gas safety record for yourself and any agents you hire.<br /><br />Landlords have to arrange and pay for gas safety certificates and checks for their properties. However, if tenants refuse to allow the inspection or maintenance work to be completed it is your responsibility to take'reasonable steps' to gain access. You could send an email explaining why you have to gain access to the property and the security checks involved. If the tenant is still refusing, you can consider starting a Section 21 eviction process.<br /><br />When you buy an insurance policy for landlords through Hometree, your annual gas safety check is included. That means you don't need to organize it on your own or think about when you'll have to do it. You can also rest assured that we're here for you if you need to renew your policy or change any information.<br /><br />Visit the Hometree site for more information about our landlord insurance plans. You can also sign up for a free quote to find out more about what's included and how much you'll pay. Our promise of no price hike means that your annual premium will not rise more than the rate of inflation for the first year.<br /><br />