If damage is caused to your property as a result of a contractor working or work they have carried out, or worse, a person is injured, the contractor and their insurance carrier are the responsible parties. However, if that contractor is not insured, then you (the landlord) become the responsible party. Also, many insurance policies […]
Category: Property Management
My tenant has asked if they can put up hooks on the walls should I allow this?
The decision to give the tenant consent rests with the landlord. The decision to give consent for what is a reasonable request should be on the basis that the tenant agrees to only use a reasonable number of commercially made picture hooks appropriate for the purpose and to make good at the end of the […]
Do I need any sort of certification for a wood burner?
No – however we recommend for any appliances that are powered using a type of solid fuel (coal, wood, etc.) you: 1. Make available instructions on using the stove to include: Manufacturer’s instructions on how to operate the stove Instructions on how to light the fire Only use a fuel type that matches the manufacturer’s […]
What do you have in place should the tenants damage the property?
We have defined (documented) processes in place to manage all aspects of the tenancy and property. The key components for managing damage are: Satisfactory inspection of tenant’s current home (catchment area home owners and tenants only) before the granting of a tenancy Comprehensive tenant referencing through professional referencing service (incl. pet referencing) Detailed tenancy agreement […]
What is causing damp in my house?
Damp in your house will be caused by one or more of the following: Condensation This is the most common, and probably the most complicated, cause of dampness. Condensation occurs when relatively warm moisture-laden air comes in contact with relatively cold surfaces and the water vapour condenses on the surface. It occurs most often in […]
Can a landlord prevent a tenant having a water meter fitted?
If the tenancy is a fixed term tenancy for a term of six months or more – No Under Section 11 of the Water Industry Act 1999 (adding Section 209A to the Water Industry Act 1991) a landlord cannot prevent the installation or connection of a meter for use in determining the charges which may […]
Who is responsible if a contractor instructed by the landlord damages the tenant’s furniture?
Ultimately the contractor. Whilst the tenant may/should have (contents) insurance for their furniture, if they were to claim on their insurance for contractor damage, the insurance company would likely pursue the contractor. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so […]
My windows will not close and the landlord wants to seal them shut is this right?
A window is a structural component, and a window is clearly intended to open and close, just as the front door is intended to open and close. As such this is a landlord repairing obligation under s.11 of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985 and the landlord needs to be reminded of his legal obligation […]
What is a visual check of the electrical installation?
Unlike periodic inspection and testing of the electrical installation, visual checks are not a legal requirement. When a change of tenancy occurs, the landlord or their representative should always carry out a visual check to confirm that a property is safe to re-let. This check should include confirming that there are no broken or missing […]
Does my solid fuel burning stove need a ventilation grate?
The ventilation requirements for combustion installations and the additional provisions for appliances burning solid fuel are covered by Approved Document J. These requirements are not specific to rental properties. We recommend you arrange for a stove installer such as a HETAS (HETAS Ltd operates the Heating Equipment Testing and Approval Scheme) registered installer to seek […]