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Landlords and agents are required by law to ensure any property that is let is fit and safe for purpose.

This means you need to make sure that a suitably qualified person has checked gas and electrical appliances. In the event of an accident you must be able to prove that you have taken adequate measures to ensure the property was safe. Not to do so will expose you to claims of negligence and fines of up to £5,000 and in some cases custodial sentences, Your insurance will become invalidated in the case of a fire or explosion. Gas installations can leak deadly carbon monoxide which is undetectable to human senses but can kill if breathed in.

There is some confusion amongst some landlords and agents believing that it is not necessary to have an electrical certificate. This is incorrect as you will need to be able to prove that the appliances and electrics are safe and only a suitable qualified person can do this. The certificate is proof, without this you do not have any evidence. It is now standard practice among councils to have a Periodic Inspection Report (PIR) carried out before the property is let.

For more information please do not hesitate to contact our team on  020 8930 5668