Choosing a reliable, long-lasting, and energy-efficient boiler benefits landlords and tenants by enhancing comfort, reducing energy bills, and minimising maintenance costs.

This article provides landlords with essential guidance, tips, and key considerations when purchasing a new boiler for a rental property.

Landlord Boiler Responsibilities

A fully functional boiler is crucial in a rental property. If it’s not working properly, the home may not meet safety and habitability standards for tenants. Keeping the boiler in top condition is a legal requirement and should be a priority for landlords.

Here are the key responsibilities landlords must uphold regarding a rental property’s boiler:

• Maintaining the Boiler – Under Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, landlords must keep installations for water, gas, electricity, sanitation, space heating, and water heating in good repair and working order.
• Fixing Boiler Issues Promptly – According to the Homes (Fitness for Habitation) Act 2018, landlords must ensure tenants have adequate heating and hot water. Boiler problems are considered emergencies and should be resolved within 24 hours.
• Arranging Annual Boiler Servicing—As per the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, landlords must arrange an annual gas safety check by a gas safe gas-safe engineer for all gas appliances. Tenants must receive a copy of the gas safety certificate before moving in and within 28 days of subsequent checks.
• Providing an EPC Certificate – Landlords must have a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) and give the tenants a copy at the start of the tenancy.

Get in Touch

Contact the team at APE Heating today to get in touch and start the process. We’re always more than happy to help you with any questions and concerns that you might have, and in the case of an emergency, we’ll get to you quickly. We can’t wait to start working with you, no matter how big or small your job or where you are in South Manchester, Trafford, or the surrounding areas of Cheshire. We’ll get to you quickly to provide boiler repairs and maintenance, and can offer our emergency heating services round-the-clock.