Why Are Landlord Gas Safety Certificates Important? January 15, 2020 As a landlord, you have a host of legal obligations to your tenant, but few of these are as important as providing a gas safety check. After all, this provides documented proof that flues, appliances and all relevant fittings have been fully checked and verified, whilst it’s recommended that such checks are carried out once every 12 months. But what exactly is a gas safety certificate, and why should you care as a landlord? Let’s find out! What is a Gas Safety Check? A gas safety check requires you to arrange for an accredited engineer to attend your property and carry out a full inspection, which includes all flues, fittings and appliances. This can even include any appliances that have been brought into the property by your tenants, as whilst these remain their legal responsibility it makes sense for you to have them inspected when the opportunity arises. The gas safety check is commonly referred to as the CORGI Proforma or CP12, dating back to the days when CORGI was responsible for ensuring the safety of gas appliances in the UK (this burden now lies with the Gas Safety register). What are the Benefits of Having a Gas Safety Check Carried Out? There are numerous benefits of having an annual gas safety check carried out, aside from the fact that this allows you to comply with UK law. If you fail to fulfil your gas safety obligations, for example, you’ll be likely to receive a hefty fine from the Gas Safe register. At the same time, tenants may have further protections in instances where you move to evict them, creating significant issues that may play out over time. Whilst having an annual gas safety check carried out also incurs a financial cost, this pales in comparison with the cost of a property or any potential fines. As a result, having this carried out will help to protect your investment and drive long-term financial savings. Calling on Tim Reynolds to Carry Out Your Gas Safety Inspection At Tim Reynolds, we’ve been carrying out gas safety checks on behalf of landlords for years now, particularly those in Verwood and the surrounding areas. Make no mistake; our team boasts Gas Safe and NICEIC registration, along with a WaterSafe qualification that equips our engineers to carry out a wide range of tasks. We also pride ourselves on the high standard of workmanship that we provide, whilst also minimising any disruption for you and your tenants. To discuss your requirements in further detail, feel free to give us a call today on 01202 802281. Or, you can email us at tim@timreynolds.co.uk and make your request in writing.
