GAS SAFETY CERTIFICATE FOR RENTAL PROPERTIES

Landlords, letting agents, and property owners are legally required to obtain a Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) every 12 months. This ensures that all heat-producing gas appliances within the property are operating safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with UK regulations.

If you manage or own a residential rental property, this certificate is essential. A CP12 is also issued whenever a Gas Safe-registered engineer installs a new gas appliance in the home, providing a clear record of safety and compliance.

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WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE INSPECTION?

All inspections are carried out by qualified Gas Safe-registered engineers.
During the assessment, the engineer will check:

• Gas tightness across all appliances
• Working pressure and operating performance
• Flue flow and safe extraction of combustion products
• Operation of flame-failure devices
• Chimney and ventilation performance
• Burner pressure and appliance gas rates
• Integrity and safety of the full installation
• Overall condition and any unsafe features

The Health & Safety Executive requires that all permanent and portable gas appliances, along with associated flues, are inspected annually.
While landlords aren’t responsible for tenants’ own appliances, any pipework or flues connected to them must still be checked.

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AFTER THE INSPECTION

Once completed, you’ll receive a Gas Safety Certificate containing:

• A description and location of each appliance or flue
• The engineer’s Gas Safe registration details
• Date of the inspection
• Property address
• Details of the landlord or managing agent
• Any safety concerns identified and actions taken
• Confirmation that the inspection complies with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998

This certificate provides clear, documented assurance that your property meets all legal safety requirements - and helps protect both tenants and assets with complete confidence.

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