https://notes.io/w9Tmm Why Landlords Should Get an Annual Gas Safety Check A CP12 certificate indicates that a registered engineer inspected the gas appliances pipes, flues and pipes in your home and discovered that they were safe. It is a legal requirement for landlords to arrange regular checks. Only an engineer who has been verified by Gas Safe Register is able to issue an CP12. Checks usually take between 30 to 60 minutes. Installation Gas Safety Certificates, also known as CP12 certificates, are legal documents that confirm that a property's gas appliances and flues have been checked by an Gas Safe registered engineer and comply with certain safety standards. These checks are essential for landlords who rent out their properties because the law (Gas Safety Installation and Use Regulations of 1998) stipulates that these must be inspected annually. They are also required for landlords who sublet their properties and for businesses such as B&Bs, hotels, and motorhomes for hire. A gas safety check Newport Pagnell involves an engineer looking over the gas appliances in the home which include cookers, boilers, and radiators. The engineer will inspect every appliance for signs of wear or damage, and will test the gas pipes to ensure they are safe to use. The engineer will provide suggestions on how to proceed if they find any issues with the appliances. If an appliance is deemed to be hazardous, they will likely disconnect the gas supply until it is replaced or repaired. Landlords should schedule their annual gas safety inspection as soon as they can to avoid any potential delays or extra costs. It is best to have this carried out in the summer months when more engineers are available. They should also choose an Gas Safe registered engineer who has previous experience conducting these inspections. The engineer should also be able provide the original copy of their Gas Safe Register ID card, which can be used as proof that they are qualified to carry out the inspection