Property Management
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How often do I need to empty my septic tank?
Read more: How often do I need to empty my septic tank?How often the septic tank must be emptied depends on the volume of the tank relative to the input of solids, the amount of indigestible solids, and the ambient temperature (because anaerobic digestion occurs more efficiently at higher temperatures), as well as usage, system characteristics. Some systems require pumping every few years or sooner, while others may be able to go 10–20 years between pumpings. An older system with an undersize tank that is being used by a large family will require much more frequent pumping than a new system used by only a few people. Anaerobic decomposition is rapidly…
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Who is responsible for clearing septic tanks and cesspits?
Read more: Who is responsible for clearing septic tanks and cesspits?Whoever uses any septic tank or cesspit for their waste is responsible for removing the sludge (septic tank) or emptying (cesspit). 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 Jungle Property deal with the arrangements for utility payments between tenancies?
Read more: Do Jungle Property deal with the arrangements for utility payments between tenancies?We will on behalf of the outgoing tenant notify, at the end of the tenancy, the local authority responsible for the collection of Council Tax and any providers of any electricity, gas, oil and any other relevant fuels, water and environmental services to the property and where applicable provide meter readings and a forwarding address for the outgoing tenant. The landlord is responsible for any Council Tax liability and the cost of any electricity, gas, oil and any other relevant fuels, water and environmental services during the void period so for this period only we will transfer the accounts into the…
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Do I need to have my chimney swept every 9 months?
Read more: Do I need to have my chimney swept every 9 months?Yes for all the tenancies we grant, the tenant agrees to at least once every nine months of the tenancy to have working chimneys at the property made use of by the tenant swept by an appropriate person. Contract aside, the frequency of chimney sweeping is covered by: Manufacturers instructions for any stove installed in the property; Conditions in the home insurance policy; Type of fuel, appliance used, duration of use, moisture content of wood fuel, type of chimney; Recommendations from the chimney sweep, the Fire Service and trade associations such as The Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps (can range…
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My property has failed the gas safety check but passed last year, why?
Read more: My property has failed the gas safety check but passed last year, why?The warning notice issued by the engineer will explain why the gas fitting has failed the safety check and what needs to be done before the installation can be safely used again. If you would like a more detailed technical explanation, please contact the engineer who issued the warning notice. It is is important that landlords or their agent do not get bogged in technical details at this stage and fulfil their overriding statutory obligation to maintain the gas installation in a safe condition. For the safety of the tenants, the engineer will have isolated the gas supply To the…
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My rental property is listed, does it need to meet the minimum level of energy efficiency?
Read more: My rental property is listed, does it need to meet the minimum level of energy efficiency?No The Regulations only apply to those domestic properties which are legally required to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). This means properties required to have an EPC by any of the following:The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007, The Building Regulations 2010, The Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012. 1.1.4.1 para 6 of THE DOMESTIC PRIVATE RENTED PROPERTY MINIMUM STANDARD Guidance issued by the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) notes that an EPC is not required where the landlord can demonstrate that the building that is officially…
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How can I reduce the risk from Legionella in a garden water butt?
Read more: How can I reduce the risk from Legionella in a garden water butt?• Keep water butts clean by emptying and scrubbing out once a year. • Keep water butts in a cool position as far as practically possible. Insulate them to help prevent temperatures increasing in warm weather or paint them with a light colour to reflect the light. • If the temperature of the water for use in mist irrigation or sprinklers is between 20°C and 45°C or is full of debris/rust/algae do not use it. Further Reading Royal Horticultural Society – Minimising health risks in the garden Royal Horticultural Society – Health and Safety in the School Garden – Risk…
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How do I thaw a frozen condensate pipe?
Read more: How do I thaw a frozen condensate pipe?Frozen condensate pipes are a common problem in extremely cold weather causing the boiler to fail. Thawing frozen condensate pipes is a tenant repairing obligation. If the pipe was not properly insulated or installed so that it sags or has an inadequate downward slope preventing water from draining, it is a landlord repairing obligation. Still not answered your question? We love questions so fire it at us using the contact details here Further Reading Who is responsible for clearing a boiler condensate pipe? {Jungle Property Knowledgebase article} How to Thaw and Prevent Frozen Condensate Pipes {Worcester Bosch}
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Who is responsible for the utilities in my property during a void period?
Read more: Who is responsible for the utilities in my property during a void period?The landlord is responsible for any Council Tax liability and the cost of any electricity, gas, oil and any other relevant fuels, water and environmental services during the void period, until the property is occupied by a new tenant. If your property is managed by Jungle Property, we will on your behalf notify, at the end of the previous tenancy and again at the start of a new tenancy, the local authority responsible for the collection of Council Tax and any providers of any electricity, gas, oil and any other relevant fuels, water and environmental services to the property. The providers of any electricity,…