Renting a home that is safe, legal and fit for tenants is essential.
Gas safety
It is important to ensure that all gas and the gas supply are safe. GasSafe registered engineers should check them every year. Gas pipework, cookers, boilers, fires, and water heaters are all affected. For advice from Letting Agents In Bridgwater, visit https://www.sykesmoore.co.uk/lettings/letting-agent/
Electrical safety
Ensure that your electrical wiring and sockets are secure. Electrical installations are mandated to be inspected by a qualified person every five years.
All appliances that you supply should be tested, and the plugs of all the appliances must have a Portable Appliance Test (PAT), which shows the date the appliance was tested, and the next scheduled test.
Fire testing
Smoke alarm devices should be in working order on every floor, and carbon monoxide sensors should be installed in all rooms heated with solid fuel. If landlords do not follow fire safety rules, they can be fined or sent to jail.
Maintenance obligations
Landlords are responsible for the majority of the maintenance on a rental property. Electrical wiring, plumbing, heating, and the external structure of the building are all included.
It is worthwhile to research how much it will cost you to maintain your rental property before you decide whether or not you want to become a landlord.
Landlord licenses
HMO licences are required by all landlords renting property to more than five people. Several councils in England have ‘additional or selective’ landlord licensing programs. Before letting out your property, you should contact your local council.