Landlords & Agents

Property Improvements for Letting Agents & Landords

When you establish yourself as a landlord, there is a lot involved. With finding tenants, setting up tenancy agreements and preparing the house for the new residents, it can be easy to forget that there are a series of legal requirements involved in being a landlord. These revolve around the property and primarily the utilities in it such as the gas and electric.

Gas safety is one of these requirements and failure to comply with it can result in a fine up to £25,000. A registered gas engineer needs to check all gas appliances in the property on an annual basis and the landlord has responsibility to ensure this is done, with records kept about any defects and work done. Similarly, with electrical safety, a check is needed every year on all appliances using electricity and the instruction booklets for these appliances must also be present. Energy efficiency is a big factor now for UK buy to let properties and a legal requirement is that the property has an up to date Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) to hand to prospective tenants.

Ongoing property support services throughout the year

We are also available to help with unexpected issues during the year such as break downs or problems. From plumbing and drainage to bathroom and kitchen repairs. As gas and electric specialists, we can provide the perfect tradesman for the job, regardless of what it is. Just give us a call to discuss our services for landlords and letting agents today.

Rather than worry about finding various professionals to carry out these checks, either a landlord or their letting agent can simply contact Newbould Developments. We are qualified to carry out gas and electric checks as well as help with the EPC. This saves having to hire and coordinate with various companies to carry out the initial work and then to continue to perform the annual services.