A landlord check, often referred to as a landlord gas safety check or CP12 (Gas Safety Certificate), is a legal requirement for landlords who rent out properties with gas appliances. The check is conducted by a Gas Safe registered engineer to ensure that the gas appliances and flues in the rented property are safe for tenants to use. Here’s what a landlord check typically includes:

Landlords must ensure that gas safety checks are carried out on all gas appliances in their rental properties at least once every 12 months. This includes boilers, gas stoves, ovens, water heaters, and fireplaces.

The duration of a landlord gas safety check can vary depending on factors such as the number of gas appliances in the property, their accessibility, and whether any issues are encountered during the inspection. On average, a standard landlord gas safety check typically takes around 30 minutes to 1 hour to complete. However, it’s essential to allow for some flexibility in the schedule, as certain factors may extend the check time.

A CP12 certificate, also known as a Gas Safety Certificate, is a document issued to landlords in the United Kingdom after a gas safety check has been conducted on their rental property.