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I am thinking of allowing my tenant to keep a pet what do I need to consider?
Read more: I am thinking of allowing my tenant to keep a pet what do I need to consider?With the enactment of the Tenant Fees Act 2019, there are some things you need to be aware of that affect lets with pets: You can no longer insist a tenant pays a tenancy deposit higher than 5 weeks rent. You can no longer require a tenant to enter into a contract with a vet, pest controller (treatment of the property for fleas and parasites at the end of the tenancy will have to be arranged by you at your cost) or cleaner (professional cleaning of the flooring and furnishings at the end of the tenancy will have to be…
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What does blown window panes mean?
Read more: What does blown window panes mean?A blown window occurs when a gap is created between glass panes which allows moisture to come through and create constant fogging. Reasons why you might replace blown windows: Condensation build-up Heat loss Lack of insulation Unattractive exterior Reduced natural light Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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We had an EICR last year. Does that have to be done every year?
Read more: We had an EICR last year. Does that have to be done every year?Not necessarily – see article below. Further Reading Is this (inspection and testing of electrical installation) every year? {Knowledgebase article} Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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What is an oil safety certificate?
Read more: What is an oil safety certificate?Reference to oil safety certificate is probably reference to a document such as an OFTEC CD/11 Oil Firing Servicing & Commissioning Report that records that the oil fired appliance at the property has been serviced and the general condition of the oil storage tank and oil supply pipework has been checked. It may also be reference to a document such as an OFTEC TI133D Domestic Oil Storage Tank Spillage and Fire Risk Assessment to confirm the condition of the external oil storage tank. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details…
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Does the inspection and testing of the electrical installation cover appliances?
Read more: Does the inspection and testing of the electrical installation cover appliances?No Further Reading What you mean by ‘electrical installation’? {Jungle Property Knowledgebase article} What is covered by an electrical installation inspection? {Jungle Property Knowledgebase article} Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article so we know how well it answered your question…
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Do you have any advice regarding the safety of internal windows blinds?
Read more: Do you have any advice regarding the safety of internal windows blinds?Where internal window blinds are installed in premises where children 0 to 42 months are (ever) likely to have access or be present, ensure they comply with the EN 13120 standard. The standard includes: • Limitations on cord and chain lengths • Safety devices for preventing any cords or chains from creating a hazardous loop • The fitting of safety devices on cords and chains at the point of manufacture • The testing of all safety critical components of internal blinds • Safety warnings and product instructions Further Reading Internal Window Blind Safety Requirements {British Blind and Shutter Association} Still…
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Should I be concerned about my tenant falling from the loft?
Read more: Should I be concerned about my tenant falling from the loft?A landlord is right to consider the risk to the tenant of falls in any part of the property. If the roof space is being legitimately (by design) used for secondary purposes (other than just being a void space) such as… Housing the boiler and associated controls Converted to a living space Boarded to provide storage …then careful consideration needs to be given to safe access to/from the roof space. If the roof space is nothing more than a void between the ceiling of the room below and the roof with insulation then the roof space does not warrant any…
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I am concerned the tenant may not look after the garden, what should I do?
Read more: I am concerned the tenant may not look after the garden, what should I do?There is a condition in our agreements about maintaining the gardens but if you are concerned the tenant may not maintain the gardens as they agreed, there are a few things you can do: If the tenant is to be held responsible for maintaining the garden, it may help to make available the appropriate gardening tools and equipment. Any tools or equipment you do provide must be safe and in full working order and must be supplied with manufacturer’s instructions. Few tenants are experienced gardeners so if the garden is particularly large, of an elaborate design, contains plants of high…
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Should I provide appliances in the property?
Read more: Should I provide appliances in the property?No – unless you… …already have the appliances or have agreed with the (prospective) tenant to provide the appliances …are willing to comply with The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 and The Plugs and Sockets etc. (Safety) Regulations 1994 which includes checking the appliances, providing the tenant with the ‘required documents’ and arranging any periodic inspection and testing {electrical appliances} …are willing to comply with General Product Safety Regulations 2005 {all appliances} …are willing to comply with The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 {gas appliances} …willing to repair or replace the appliances when they become defective or beyond…
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Why have you not highlighted some of the damage and cleaning issues in the check-out report?
Read more: Why have you not highlighted some of the damage and cleaning issues in the check-out report?We only highlight those items we believe the tenant is reasonably liable for. We do not highlight anything described as ‘light’, ‘small’ or ‘minor’ or ‘slight’ or ‘FWT’ as it is likely to be considered fair wear and tear by an adjudicator or judge in the event of a dispute. Further Reading What is fair wear and tear and what is damage? {Jungle Property Blog article} The Importance of considering Fair Wear and Tear {Painsmith Solicitors Blog article} Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Please rate this article…