Landlord Gas Safety Certificate (CP12)

What the engineer examines during the visit

Checks include appliance operating pressure or heat input as appropriate, ventilation, safety devices and visible condition. Flue flow and spillage testing are undertaken where applicable to the appliance. The engineer assesses the relevant installation and records findings; an inspection cannot be treated as a prediction that no fault will develop afterwards.

If an appliance cannot be used safely

Depending on the findings, an engineer may classify an appliance as At Risk or Immediately Dangerous. They will explain the danger and, with the responsible person's permission, make it safe or disconnect it as appropriate. An appliance identified as unsafe should not be used until repaired and confirmed safe. Remedial work can be quoted separately; do not assume the inspection booking includes repairs.

Keep servicing separate from the legal check

A gas safety check and a service are different tasks. Servicing follows the appliance manufacturer's maintenance requirements; the safety check addresses the relevant safety checks and record. Ask for both when needed. Landlords also have maintenance responsibilities: a record alone does not replace keeping supplied gas installations in safe condition.

Plan around the existing anniversary

The 2018 amendment allows the annual check up to two months before its existing deadline without losing the original anniversary date. Retain records that demonstrate the dates. Book early enough to organise tenant access and address findings, rather than relying on an appointment at the deadline. Call 01732 444555 to discuss the property and availability.