Is British Gas landlord cover worth it?

For many landlords, this is worth a small monthly fee and a lot of tenants like the peace of mind it brings too. But ultimately it is up to you to decide if the positives of British Gas’ Landlord Home and Boiler Cover outweigh the negatives.

Are HomeServe and British Gas the same?

While British Gas and HomeServe offer roughly the same services, HomeServe is the clear winner. What with slightly cheaper monthly costs covering more services, HomeServe outperforms British Gas in quality and quantity of services.

Is a boiler a landlord’s responsibility?

Boilers need regular servicing to make sure they’re safe and running efficiently. As a landlord, you’re legally required to service the boiler in your rental properties every year.

How quickly does a landlord have to fix a boiler?

24 hours
How long does a landlord have to fix a boiler? 24 hours. Under Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, you have the right to expect your landlord to carry out repairs in a ‘reasonable time’. If it’s an emergency repair as you’ve got no heating or hot water, your landlord should fix this in 24 hours.

Does landlord insurance cover new boiler?

Boiler insurance should cover you for repair or replacement of a broken boiler. But many policies also include annual servicing of your rental property boiler and a gas safety certificate. As a landlord, you’re obligated to undertake a gas safety inspection at your rental property every year.

What is a CP12 certificate?

The CP12 Certificate is also known as the Landlord’s Gas Safety Certificate. For a Landlord to legally rent out a property it’s a legal requirement.

Who owns HomeServe UK?

Richard Harpin
Richard Harpin is the founder of HomeServe, the Walsall-based home maintenance and insurance firm.

How often should a landlord replace a boiler?

If a landlord fails to have the boiler professionally serviced at least once every 12 months, then they’re breaking the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, which enshrined this obligation into law.

What can I do if my landlord won’t fix my boiler?

If you’re a tenant, you do have a right to ask for repairs for certain things in your property. This includes your boiler so if it’s not working, it’s your landlord or letting agent’s responsibility. Speak to your landlord or letting agent as soon as anything goes wrong with your boiler.

Is it illegal to have no heating in a rented property?

Simply put, tenants are entitled to central heating or other equipment for space heating (radiators, etc) in every occupied room of a property, and landlords are obligated to provide this.

Can tenants get boiler cover?

You can opt for a boiler cover for landlords only, or you can enjoy that extra property security, and increase your tenants’ safety and comfort by choosing from a landlord central heating cover or an all-inclusive home cover plan.