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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 safety of gas in your property. Landlords must adhere to the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. You should arrange for your onsite appliances and flues to be examined each year by an Gas Safe registered engineer. You must also give the gas safety certificate to every tenant. What is a gas safety certificate for landlords? A gas safety certificate for a landlord is a legal document that a Gas Safe registered engineer gives to the owner of the property after conducting a safety audit. It should contain all of the details about the property's gas pipework, flues, and appliances that have been inspected for safety. Landlords are legally responsible to ensure that these items are in good condition and to provide copies of the completed document to their tenants. The law requires that all landlords have their property examined and obtain an updated gas safety certificate every 12 months. However, the regulations also require landlords to schedule their inspections no later than one month before the current certificate is due to expire. This allows them to prevent any gaps in coverage and ensure the best protection for their tenants. To get a landlord's gas safety certificate, an engineer registered with Gas Safe will need to visit the property. The engineer will inspect every gas appliance and pipework in the property. The engineer will also test each appliance's emergency control. The engineer will also test the emergency controls for each appliance. If a tenant is refusing allow access for the inspection, the landlord can try to convince them to let them in by writing a strong letter that explains why they should have the checks to be completed and what happens should they refuse to allow them access. If this fails the landlord should look into initiating the eviction process by sending them the Section 21 notice. As an owner, you must provide your tenants with a copy of the completed Landlord Gas Safety Record within 28 days of each check being conducted. It should be handed out to existing tenants as well as any new tenants prior to when they move in. Additionally, you must keep a copy of the document for a period of two years. What is a gas safety certificate for tenants? Generally speaking, landlords should ensure that all gas appliances in their homes are regularly tested by a Gas Safe registered engineer. This is a legal requirement and the costs can vary between PS60-PS120 depending on what's included in the inspection. The engineer will issue the CP12 (Landlord Gas Safety Record) to the landlord following the inspection, and it must be distributed to the tenants within four weeks of the test having been completed. This document is an account of the inspections and should be kept by the landlord for two years after the date of the first inspection, however it is recommended that they are stored online to reduce the amount of paper used. Landlords must also make sure that they have access to the property in order to conduct the annual service and gas safety inspections. If a tenant does not permit access, the law states that the landlord must take'reasonable steps' to complete the inspection. This may include writing to them, requesting them to contact the engineer directly, and repeating requests for entry. It could also involve contacting the local council who may be able to send an official circular to explain the importance of granting access for maintenance and safety checks. If the tenant refuses to let access in and the landlord is considering the possibility of eviction. It is the landlord's legal right to expel tenants who do not cooperate with security checks. Landlords should seek legal advice prior to making this decision because it could be a complicated process. The landlord is responsible to supply gas appliances, pipes and flues for tenants. This is true even if a landlord sublets the property to a third party. However, the original landlord, and anyone who is obligated through a contract, must work together to ensure compliance with the statutory requirements. It is essential to determine if a landlord has hired an agent managing their rental properties. They should also ask who is responsible for arranging gas safety tests. Some agents will take on this responsibility, but you should consult with the agency to ensure that you are covered. What is a sub-let gas safety certificate? If a landlord leases their property, they must make sure that it is safe for the people who live there. Gas safety certificates are proof that all gas appliances and flues have been checked by a licensed engineer and found to be safe. The landlord is responsible to ensure that gas safety checks are carried out every year, and copies of the certificates are handed out to the tenants. The checks must be performed by a registered Gas Safe engineer, and the CP12 form should include their ID number and date of the issue. The landlord is also required to give tenants a copy of the gas certificate within 28 working days following the conclusion of any checks. In the same way, they must provide new tenants a copy the CP12 form prior to moving into the property. This rule is not applicable when the property is rented out for a short duration, such as the student house or holiday home. Include these exemptions in the terms of your tenancy contract to prevent any legal issues later on. If a landlord determines that any of their flues or appliances are unsafe during the process of an inspection, they should make arrangements for them to be repaired as soon as they can. This may require the disconnection and reconnection of the gas supply. Landlords are responsible for making sure that their gas engineers are Gas Safe registered, and must verify their identity by seeing their photo ID before completing any work. Despite the exemptions mentioned above, the regulations around gas safety checks for landlords and landlords are extremely strict and must be complied with. If the landlord is found to be in violation of the regulations they could be prosecuted and could be fined or even jail sentences. Total Landlord is here to help you if you're a landlord that needs to schedule an inspection for gas safety. We have a network of Gas Safe engineers who can visit your property and conduct a thorough inspection and issue an CP12 gas safety certificate. discover this offer competitive rates and same-day service for emergency situations. Call us or visit our site for more details. What is an annual gas safety check? If you rent out part or all of your home, it's your legal responsibility to have an annual gas safety test. This includes checking your boiler as well as any other gas appliances, such as pipework, flues, and fixtures and fittings that use or exhaust gases. A trained Gas Safe engineer will inspect your property and make sure everything is up to date and safe. They will test all gas appliances and flues and look for signs of leaks or carbon monoxide poisoning. They will also make sure that the gas is switched on and that the gas meter is charged up. After the inspection and inspection, it's a good idea to give an original copy of your gas safety report to your tenants. It must be given to tenants who have been in the property for a period of 28 days and to new tenants before moving into. You should also keep a copy of the gas safety record for yourself and any agents you hire. Landlords are accountable for arranging and paying for gas safety inspections and certificates for their properties. However, if a tenant refuses access to allow the inspection or maintenance work to be carried out, you must take'reasonable steps' to gain access. This could include sending a clearly written letter stating why you require access to the property and what the safety checks will involve. If the tenant is still refusing to allow access, you could consider launching the Section 21 eviction process. If you purchase a landlord insurance policy through Hometree, your annual gas safety check is included. You don't have to worry about arranging it separately, or when you'll require it. You can also be confident that we're here for you should you need to renew your insurance or amend any details. Visit the Hometree website for more details about our insurance for landlords. Sign up for an estimate to learn more about the coverage and price. Our promise of no price increase means that you won't pay more in your annual premium than the inflation rate for the first year.