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What is a Landlord Gas Safety Certificate? It's important that you understand your obligations as a landlord when it comes to gas safety. 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 should also provide a copy of the gas safety record to your tenants. What is a gas safety certification for landlords? A gas safety certificate for a landlord is an official document that a Gas Safe registered engineer gives to the owner of the property after conducting a safety inspection. It should contain all of the information regarding the property's gas pipework, flues, and appliances that are checked for safety. Landlords have a legal obligation to ensure that the appliances and pipes are in good order and to give copies of the completed form to their tenants. All landlords are legally required to have their properties inspected every 12 months, and to obtain an updated certificate of gas safety. However, the regulations require landlords to schedule their inspections not later than one month before the current certificate is due to expire. This helps them avoid any coverage lapse and gives the best protection for their tenants. To obtain a landlord gas safety certificate, you will need to get an Gas Safe registered engineer to visit the property. This engineer will carry out a full examination of all gas appliances and installation pipework within the property. The engineer will also test each appliance's emergency control. If any of the appliances are deemed to be dangerous the engineer will inform you on the correct repairs required to bring them up to standards and issue an updated gas safety certificate. If the tenant is unable to allow the landlord to in, the landlord could try to persuade the tenant to let them in by sending them an explanation in the letter of why the checks are required and what will happen to them if they do not let them in. If this doesn't work, the landlord may think about initiating the eviction process by serving the tenant with a 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 the date each check is being conducted. This must be provided to existing tenants as well as any new tenants before they move in. Additionally, you must keep a copy of the record for two years. What is a gas safety certificate for tenants? In general, landlords are responsible for ensuring that all gas appliances in their properties are checked annually by an Gas Safe certified engineer. The cost of the test can range from PS60 to PS120, depending on the nature of the test. The engineer will provide a CP12 to the landlord following the inspection. The CP12 is required to be handed out to tenants within four weeks following the test has been completed. This document is a record of the checks and should be kept by the landlord for two years after the date of the first inspection, but it is advised to keep them online to minimize paper waste. The landlords must also ensure that they have access to the property to carry out the annual gas and service security inspections. The law stipulates that in the event the tenant refuses access, the landlord has to adopt reasonable measures to gain access and complete the check. This may include writing to them, asking them to contact the engineer directly, and repeating requests for access. This could also mean contacting the local council who might be able to send an official letter to explain the importance of granting access for safety and maintenance checks. If the tenant does not allow access and the landlord is considering the possibility of eviction. While this is not a last resort, it is a legal right for the landlord to expel a tenant who refuses to cooperate with safety checks. This is a complex process, so landlords must consult with a lawyer prior to taking this step. The landlord is accountable to supply gas appliances, pipework and flues for tenants. This is true even if a landlord sublet the property to a third party. However the landlord who was the original tenant, and anyone else who is obligated by contract, must work together to ensure compliance with the statutory requirements. If a landlord has employed the services of a managing agent to manage their rental properties, it is essential to find out who is in charge of organizing the gas safety test. Some agents will take on this responsibility, but it is important to check with the agency to make sure that you are protected. What is a sub-let gas safety certification? If a landlord leases their property, they have to make sure that the place is safe for those who reside there. A gas safety certificate shows that all gas appliances and flues within the property have been tested and deemed to be safe by an accredited gas engineer. It's the responsibility of the landlord to ensure that they receive their gas safety checks completed every year and that copies are handed over 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 as well as a date of the issue. The landlord is also required to give tenants a copy of the gas certificate within 28 working days after the completion of any checks. Similarly, the landlord must provide a copy CP12 to any new tenants prior to when they move into. This rule is not applicable in the case of a property that has been let for a short period of time, like an apartment for students or a holiday home. It would be a good idea to include details of these exemptions in your tenancy agreement, since it can save you a lot of hassle and legal issues in the future. If a landlord discovers that their flues or appliances do not meet the safety standards of an inspection, they must make the necessary repairs in the shortest time possible. This could mean the removal and reconnection of the gas supply. Landlords should ensure that their gas engineers are registered with Gas Safe registration and verify their identity with a photo ID prior to carrying out any work. Despite the exemptions mentioned above, the rules for gas safety inspections for landlords as well as landlords are extremely strict and must be followed. If the landlord is found not comply with the regulations, they could be prosecuted which could result in fines or even jail sentences for the person who is in breach. Total Landlord is here to help you if you're a landlord and need to schedule a gas safety inspection. Gas Safe engineers can visit your property to perform a full check and issue the CP12 certificate. Our prices are competitive and we provide an same-day service for emergencies. For more information, give us a call or visit our website today. What is an annual gas safety inspection? Legally, you are accountable for an annual gas safety inspection every year if you rent out some or all of your home. This includes checking the boiler as well as other gas appliances including pipes and flues as well as the fixtures and fittings that make use of or exhaust gas. A certified Gas Safe engineer will inspect your property and make sure everything is up to date and safe. They will examine the flues and gas appliances and look for indications of carbon monoxide poisoning or leaks. They will also ensure that the gas supply is working and that the gas meter has money on it. After the inspection and the inspection, it's a good idea to give the completed gas safety report to your tenants. It must be given to existing tenants within 28-days and to tenants who are new before moving into. It is also recommended to keep an original copy of the gas safety record for yourself and any agents you employ. Landlords are required to arrange and pay for gas safety certificates and checks for their properties. However, if a tenant refuses access to allow the inspection or maintenance work to be carried out it is your responsibility to take'reasonable steps' to gain entry. You can send a letter explaining the reason you require access to the property and the safety checks involved. If the tenant does not let you in, you may want to consider an Section 21 eviction. The annual gas safety inspection is covered by your Hometree landlord insurance policy. You don't need to worry about scheduling it separately or when you will have to do it. You can rest assured that our team will be available to assist you should you need to change your policy information or renew your policy. For more information about our insurance for landlords you can visit the Hometree website. You can also sign up for a no-cost estimate to learn more about the packages and how much you'll have to pay. 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.