Residential Gas Safety Checks A Vital Responsibility for London Landlords
Ensuring the safety of rental properties is a fundamental responsibility for landlords in London. One of the most important legal requirements is conducting regular residential gas safety checks. These checks help prevent gas leaks, carbon monoxide poisoning, and other hazards associated with faulty gas appliances. This blog covers the laws, processes, certification procedures, council requirements, and pricing related to residential gas safety checks, providing landlords with the essential knowledge to keep their properties safe and compliant.
Legal Requirements for Residential Gas Safety Checks
Under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, landlords must ensure that all gas appliances, pipework, and flues in their rental properties are inspected annually by a Gas Safe registered engineer. This inspection results in a Gas Safety Certificate (CP12), which confirms that the gas installations are safe and functioning correctly.
Landlords are legally required to provide tenants with a copy of the gas safety certificate within 28 days of the inspection and retain records for at least two years. Failure to comply can lead to severe penalties, including fines and imprisonment, as well as endangering tenant safety.
The Residential Gas Safety Check Process
The process of conducting a residential gas safety check typically involves:
- Booking an Inspection: Landlords arrange for a Gas Safe registered engineer to visit the property annually.
- Inspection of Gas Installations: The engineer examines boilers, cookers, heaters, pipework, and flues for leaks, damage, and proper operation.
- Testing for Safety: Tests are conducted to detect gas leaks and ensure adequate ventilation and combustion.
- Issuance of Certificate: If the inspection is successful, the engineer issues a Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) detailing the appliances checked and any necessary remedial work.
- Record Keeping and Tenant Notification: Landlords must provide tenants with a copy of the certificate and keep records for future reference.
Council Requirements in London
London borough councils enforce licensing schemes that require landlords to hold valid gas safety certificates. For example:
- HMO Licensing: Landlords of Houses in Multiple Occupation must submit gas safety certificates as part of licensing applications or renewals.
- Selective Licensing: Some boroughs require licenses for single-family rental homes, often contingent on proof of gas safety compliance.
Failure to provide valid certificates can result in fines, prosecution, or revocation of licenses.
Pricing of Residential Gas Safety Checks
The cost of residential gas safety checks in London varies depending on property size, number of appliances, and provider. Typical price ranges include:
- Standard properties: £60 to £90 for one appliance inspection.
- Additional appliances: £10 to £20 each.
- Discounted packages: Many providers offer bundled services combining gas safety checks with electrical safety certificates and fire risk assessments.
Comparing quotes from Gas Safe registered engineers can help landlords find competitive pricing and reliable service.
Booking Your Residential Gas Safety Check
For landlords seeking professional and trustworthy residential gas safety checks, Landlords Checks Limited offers expert inspections and certification. Their Gas Safe registered engineers provide thorough assessments and issue valid gas safety certificates, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.
You can easily book your residential gas safety checks online. Their team offers flexible scheduling and expert advice tailored to landlord needs.

Talk To Us!
Have Questions? Call Us Today for Expert Advice & Instant Assistance.
020 8609 7777
Booking assistance & Support

Fire Risk Assessment

Gas Safety Certificate
Gas Safety Certificate – Domestic – Meter & Upto 2 appliances
£57.99 Book NowGas Safety Certificate – Domestic – Meter & Upto 4 appliances
£77.99 Book NowCarbon Monoxide Alarm
£80 Book NowGas Safety Certificate – Domestic – “Discounted Offer” Boiler Service + Gas Certificate & 2 appliances
£89.99 Book NowGas Safety Certificate – Commercial – 1 appliance
£199 Book NowGas Safety Certificate – Commercial – 2 appliances
£245 Book NowGas Safety Certificate – Commercial – Boiler Service
£280 Book Now

Electric Safety
Studio Appartments Electrical Safety Certificate (EICR)
£65 Book NowPAT Testing Up To 10 Items
£58 Book NowDomestic Electrical Safety Certificate EICR 1 – 3 Bedroom – 1 Consumer Unit Up to 12 Circuits
£99 Book NowDomestic Electrical Safety Certificate EICR 4 Bedrooms – 1 Consumer Unit Up to 12 Circuits
£120 Book NowCommercial Electrical Certificate (EICR) – 1 Consumer Unit Up to 12 Circuits
£149 Book NowDomestic Electrical Safety Certificate EICR 5 Bedrooms – 1 Consumer Unit Up to 12 Circuits
£150 Book NowDomestic Electrical Safety Certificate EICR 6 Bedrooms – 1 Consumer Unit Up to 12 Circuits
£158.33 Book NowFuse Box Installation
£415.83 Book Now

Energy Performance

Inventory Services

Asbestos Surveys

Electric-Gas Appliances & Hob Installations

Talk To Us!
Get in touch if you're uncertain or need assistance ?
020 8609 7777
Talk to a Friendly Advisor
Accreditations







Help & Advice
-
Fire Risk Assessment in HMOs Legal Essentials for Landlords
As the landscape of rental housing evolves, Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) carry unique challenges and risks, especially when it comes to fire safety. The legal framework governing fire risk
-
EICR for Landlords A Complete 2025 Compliance Guide
What Is an EICR?An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) assesses the safety of a property’s wiring and fixed electrical systems. It helps ensure that your property is safe and legally
-
Energy performance certificate – What Has Changed & Why Your Property Must Be EPC C or Better
The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rules for UK rentals are tightening, so landlords need to be aware of how and when to upgrade.What Is an EPC?An EPC grades a property’s
-
Gas Safety Certificates & Tenant Rights
Gas safety compliance is a fundamental legal responsibility for landlords across the UK, ensuring tenant safety in homes with gas appliances. All landlords must arrange a professional gas safety check on all gas appliances, fittings, and flues in their rental properties annually, performed exclusively by Gas
-
A Comprehensive Price Guide for Landlords in London: Fire Risk Assessment, Gas Safety Certificate, EICR, and Energy Performance Certificate
Introduction to Rental Compliance in LondonIn London, landlords are entrusted with the pivotal responsibility of ensuring that their rental properties meet a series of legal obligations designed to protect tenant
-
Fire Risk Assessment in HMOs Legal Essentials for Landlords
-
EICR for Landlords A Complete 2025 Compliance Guide
-
Energy performance certificate – What Has Changed & Why Your Property Must Be EPC C or Better
-
Gas Safety Certificates & Tenant Rights
-
A Comprehensive Price Guide for Landlords in London: Fire Risk Assessment, Gas Safety Certificate, EICR, and Energy Performance Certificate