In the meantime, use this checklist to help get your property ready to let. Don’t forget, we can help with getting certificates in place if you do not already have them.
The property is in a good decorative state
The kitchen has a fire-door with self-closer & fire strips
There is a mains powered smoke alarm on each floor of the property
There is a mains powered heat detector in the kitchen
There is a fire blanket, fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide detector in the property (mains powered)
Each room has its own entrance, natural light and natural ventilation
Kitchens and bathrooms have enclosed light fittings
Each room has at least two sockets
First floor and above windows are fitted with restrictors
No gaps in between bannister rails that compromise child safety
No electrical sockets on skirting boards
Gardens are not overgrown.
No dangerous trip hazards in the property
No connected gas heater
No internal locks on doors other than bathrooms and toilets
Guttering is not blocked
Premises is clear of rubbish or building waste
Door numbers are displayed and there is a working doorbell
Keys for windows, letter boxes and communal entrances (where applicable) are available
Pipe work is boxed in
3 sets of keys
NICEIC Certficate(Electric)
PASS WITH NO RECOMMENDATIONS & C1s
EPC Certificate(Energy)
MINIMUM ‘D’ RATING
GasSafe Certificate
PASS WITH NO RECOMMENDATIONS
Fire Risk Assessment
APPLICABLE FOR FLATS WITH COMMON AREAS
Buildings Insurance
A COPY OF YOUR BUILDINGS INSURANCE COVER
