Does a commercial landlord need an annual gas safety certificate? This guide explains the difference between residential Regulation 36 duties and commercial workplace gas-safety requirements.
Gas safety certificate expired? See what landlords should do next, including overdue checks, tenant access, the 28-day record rule and the two-month early renewal window.
Has an EPC expired during an existing tenancy? Learn when landlords need a new EPC, what happens before re-letting or marketing, and how MEES rules still apply.
Do landlords need a new EICR after remedial repairs? Learn about the 28-day deadline, EIC and MEIWC certificates, written confirmation and when a fresh EICR may be appropriate.
When should a fire risk assessment be reviewed? Learn the key triggers including refurbishment, layout and occupancy changes, fire incidents and failures of fire precautions.
What should landlords do about Legionella after a property has been vacant? Learn about weekly water movement, flushing before letting, risk reviews and when testing is actually needed.
EICR expired during a tenancy? See what landlords should do next, five-year inspection rules, tenant report deadlines, remedial action and enforcement risks.
EPC exemptions for landlords explained: high-cost, wall insulation, consent, devaluation and other MEES exemptions, including the evidence needed to register them.
Fire door failed inspection? Learn when a door may be repaired, when replacement is needed, common defects, repair priorities and current inspection requirements.
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarm rules for landlords in 2026: where alarms are required, start-of-tenancy checks, faulty alarms, HMOs and enforcement.