As a landlord, you must have a valid Gas Safety certificate for all properties you rent out. A Gas Safety certificate is an important document that proves that a qualified gas engineer has inspected your property and that it meets all the necessary safety standards.
There are several benefits to having a Gas Safety certificate, including the following:
Peace of mind: You can be confident that your property is safe for tenants and that you comply with the law.
– You can be confident that your property is safe for tenants and that you comply with the law. Protection from liability – If there is an accident or injury at your property due to gas leakage or carbon monoxide poisoning, you could be liable if you don’t have a valid Gas Safety certificate. Having a certification will protect you from such legal action.
– If there is an accident or injury at your property due to gas leakage or carbon monoxide poisoning, you could be liable if you don’t have a valid Gas Safety certificate. Having a certification will protect you from such legal action. Lower insurance premiums – Most insurers will offer discounts on buildings and contents insurance for properties with up-to-date Gas Safety certificates. This can help to offset the cost of having the inspection carried out.