GB Gas Services

29/12/2024

In the UK, landlords are legally obligated to ensure the safety of gas appliances, fittings, and flues in their rental properties. This responsibility is governed by the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, requiring an annual Landlord Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) issued by a registered Gas Safe engineer.

The certificate confirms that all gas installations and appliances are functioning safely and efficiently. It includes details such as the location and condition of gas appliances, the results of safety checks, and any necessary remedial action. It also records the date of the inspection and the engineer's Gas Safe registration number.

Landlords must arrange an inspection at least once every 12 months, ensuring compliance with legal obligations and tenant safety. Failing to obtain a valid certificate can result in severe penalties, including fines or imprisonment. Moreover, it is crucial to address any issues identified during the inspection promptly to maintain compliance and reduce risks.

Landlords are required to provide tenants with a copy of the certificate within 28 days of the inspection and supply new tenants with the certificate before they move in. Additionally, landlords must retain records of these inspections for at least two years.

In addition to obtaining the certificate, landlords should ensure that tenants have access to safe and effective use of gas appliances. Regular servicing, carbon monoxide alarms, and tenant education about potential hazards are vital components of gas safety management.

Adhering to gas safety requirements protects tenants from risks like gas leaks, fires, and carbon monoxide poisoning while safeguarding landlords against legal repercussions. By complying with these regulations, landlords demonstrate a commitment to safety, fostering trust and responsibility in the rental market.

02/08/2023

Boiler servicing £69.50. Now is the best time to have it done so any issues can be dealt with before it's really needed when it gets colder. Problems like sticky pumps, faulty motorised valves and jammed trvs are common so beat the rush in September and pick a time that suits you.

13/06/2018

Summers here, time to turn the heating on !

Seems strange but through the summer it a good idea to run your central heating for a few mins every couple of weeks. This could save paying for an engineer coming out when you need the heating back on Autumn/Winter time.
The reason is scale and sludge in your system which can cause the pump to jam and burn out, motorised valves to stick closed and thermostatic radiator valves to lock up.
Thermostatic radiator valves, known as TRV's should be left fully on through the summer as the heating is switched off so the radiators won't come on and the lock up won't happen.

So remember, summers here, heating on !

20/08/2017

Boiler servicing £60. Now is the best time to have it done so any issues can be dealt with before it's really needed when it gets colder. Problems like sticky pumps, faulty motorised valves and jammed trvs are common so beat the rush in September and pick a time that suits you.

29/05/2015

Boiler Servicing What Is It ?
Many people get confused about boiler servicing, why it should be done and what happens if its not regularly carried out.

What it is...

If its done by us its the safety checking of the boiler and flue, cleaning, testing and inspection for possible future faults/problems. The priority is safety and efficiency of the appliance.

Different companies, have different opinions about what should be done during a routine annual service. Some have been known to hoover the outside of the case, switch the appliance on and off a few times, drink their tea and declare all is done. Gas appliances CANNOT be serviced if the case remains on. If this is what your company does, it needs doing again, properly!
Some companies, generally the large ones who advertise heavily, seem to think that putting a gas analyser into the flue is adequate, these are the companies who offer an annual safety check when you book a service, beware.

Manufacturers recommend an annual service, in my opinion this is not always necessary with the most up to date condensing boilers, biannually should suffice, but with older boilers and particularly open flued appliances once a year should be the minimum if only to establish no presence of carbon monoxide.
If you are unsure what you have installed just drop me a line and I'll let you know.

Andy GB Gas

29/05/2015

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