Fire Places and Chimneys
As autumn approaches it’s the time to not only service boilers and heating systems, but also to check that ‘real fires’ are safe and well-maintained.
The Smoke Detector and Carbon Monoxide Regulations 2015, further amended in October 2022 introduced the requirement for Carbon Monoxide detectors to places where there is ‘solid fuel’. it is of paramount importance to ensure that the safety of wood-burners and live fires is high on the agenda of landlords and property managers.
Revised guidance published on terms used in property advertising
15th August 2023 • Published by the National Trading Standards Estate & Letting Agency Team
Revised guidance has been published by the National Trading Standards Estate & Letting Agency Team with regard to supplementary terms used when marketing properties.
The guidance now includes terms relating to lettings and has been developed in consultation with industry stakeholders. Please see the revised guidance here.
The guidance has been updated to provide clarity and consistency for agents and consumers and improve standards across the industry.
New How to Rent Guide due in October
On 2 October 2023, a new version of the How to Rent guide is expected. This new version will cover the new Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service, a service which has been put in place by the Government to provide tenants with legal advice on housing and matters relating to possession.
The How to Rent Guide was put in place under the Deregulation Act 2015 and explains what tenants need to know about renting a property through private landlords.
Get Your Rental Property Autumn Ready
As the temperatures drop and Autumn and Winter approach, it is important to be prepared for what the months ahead may bring. Often landlords tend to be reactive to issues caused by the change in weather, however, it makes sense and is much more cost -effective to be proactive and this carefully about what needs to be done in advance. Property managers have the organisational skills and network to make sure that landlords are not left facing hundreds of pounds worth of repairs that could have been avoided.