As we are all very much aware, gas safety is crucial in any home, including rental properties. So to remind home owners, landlords and tenants just how essential it is that gas appliances are regularly maintained, the first ever Gas Safety Week was launched on September 12th.
Many of my properties have gas appliances and gas central heating boilers, and like any responsible landlord, I make sure they are serviced regularly, have an annual gas safety check, and are replaced when necessary. Unfortunately, not all landlords are so scrupulous about such matters and this campaign seeks to raise the awareness of what we can do to improve gas safety.
What should landlords do to improve gas safety?
• Always ensure a Gas Safe Corgi registered engineer services and works on your gas appliances
• Make sure all gas appliances in your properties are regularly serviced and have an annual safety check
These steps might seem like common sense, but it is all too easy to try and cut corners to save money. You might assume that the gas appliances in your properties are safe, but carbon monoxide is a highly dangerous gas and you cannot afford to put the lives of your tenants at risk for the sake of a few pounds. Poorly installed or outdated gas appliances can easily leak carbon monoxide gas, and because CO gas is odourless and tasteless, it can be lethal.
So if you are in any doubt about the gas appliances in your properties, have them checked immediately—before it is too late!
