Have you heard about the New Carbon Monoxide Laws that are soon to be changed?
The regulations for both privately and socially rented homes are soon to be changed. A carbon monoxide alarm will be required in all rooms where there is...
EPC’s – Preparing for the changes
WORK WITH YOUR LANDLORDS We continue with the theme of EPC’s as we can see this is going to be on a lot of landlords minds.. It certainly is on ours! The...
Speculated changes around new EPC Regulations, expected from 2025
As we all know, all rental properties must have an EPC rating of ‘E’ or above (some exemptions apply), however, there are major changes currently under...
Fire Doors: Can existing doors be upgraded to fire resistant standard?
An upgrade of existing non-fire doors to FD30 status is sometimes possible through using an intumescent varnish or paint, such as Envirograf, depending on...
Electrical Safety Obligations
As a landlord, you have a legal duty to ensure that your rental property, and any electrical equipment that you have provided, is safe before a tenancy...
Five things to look out for on viewings
Making the right choice in securing a property to rent is an important decision, which is often based off the back of a quick viewing and therefore it is...
The importance of paying rent on time
Paying rent on time is one of the main obligations of a tenant. You may have others you share the house with. Regardless of how...
Student parties and noise Issues
Now there is also another very important aspect to consider when you are arranging your parties or even just inviting guests around for an evening meal. As...
Condensation mould – who is responsible?
Condensation mould is a common occurrence in rental property and becomes apparent in the form of black mould on internal walls. It is frequently noted on...
Who supplies our utilities?
This is a question that is asked by many tenants when they are about to move in to one of our Student properties. Also asked is how do we deal with the...