It is your duty as a landlord to make sure that all relevant safety checks and inspections have been made to ensure the property if safe for someone to be able to move in. At Liver Estates we can help cover all of these with our network of trusted suppliers who perform EPC, Gas and Electrical Safety Checks providing you with the necessary certificates to make sure you are covered.
Gas Safety
It is your duty as a landlord to make sure that all gas appliances and equipment undergo an annual safety inspection by a Gas Safe qualified engineer. This information should be given to new tenants when they move in and to current tenants within 28 days of the background check being finished.
Energy Performance Certificate
The energy efficiency of your property is measured by Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). Every time a property is developed, sold, or rented, an EPC is legally required and has a ten-year expiration date.
Electrical Certificates
The electrical system of a rental home should be in good operating order, and all equipment should adhere to current safety regulations. Working with a certified electrician who is registered with NAPIT is the best option.
Recall that only HMOs are required to submit an electrical inspection report and/or certificate every five years. Even non-HMO homes should, however, undergo routine inspections.
