Gas Safety Certificates for Landlords in Kent
Every rented home with a gas supply needs a gas safety check each year by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Kent Property Compliance books the engineer, arranges access with your tenant and sends you the Landlord Gas Safety Record (CP12) once it is issued. One point of contact, whether you have one property or a portfolio.
What the check covers
The engineer checks every gas appliance, fitting and flue the landlord provides. That usually means the boiler, gas hob or cooker and any gas fire. They test that each appliance burns safely, that flues carry fumes away properly and that there is enough ventilation. The result is recorded on the CP12, with any faults listed.
What the law requires
Under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, landlords must have a gas safety check carried out every 12 months by a Gas Safe registered engineer, give existing tenants a copy of the record within 28 days of the check, give new tenants a copy before they move in, and keep each record for at least two years. Letting agents managing a property on a landlord's behalf usually take on these duties in their management agreement.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a gas safety check take?
Usually 30 to 60 minutes for a typical home, depending on how many appliances there are.
Can I renew early without losing time on the certificate?
Yes. A check carried out up to two months before the current one expires can keep the original anniversary date, so you do not lose any months.
What happens if an appliance fails?
The engineer will label it At Risk or Immediately Dangerous and explain why. With your permission they can turn it off to make it safe. We let you know straight away and can arrange the repair.
Who needs to be at the property?
Someone needs to let the engineer in. We contact the tenant to arrange a time that suits them and confirm the appointment the day before.
Do you cover boiler servicing too?
A gas safety check is not a full service. If your boiler is due a service, we can arrange both in the same visit.
How much does it cost?
Gas Safety Certificates start from £100. Get in touch for a price for your property or portfolio.
Book a gas safety check
Send us the property address, access details and the current expiry date. We will confirm the price and book the engineer.
Call: 07384 363770
Email: Kentpropertycompliance@gmail.com