Gas Safety Certificates in Rochester
Rochester has a healthy rental market, with buy-to-let properties ranging from converted period homes near the Cathedral to modern apartments at Rochester Riverside and family homes across Borstal and Wainscott.
Why Choose Us for Gas Safety Certificates in Rochester
We work with individual landlords and letting agents throughout Rochester and wider Medway
Our engineers are experienced, professional, and efficient. A standard gas safety inspection takes around 30 to 45 minutes per property, and we issue the certificate on the same day.
We understand that managing rental property compliance can be time-consuming
Our certificates are issued digitally by email as well as in paper form
This makes it easy to forward them to your letting agent, keep copies in your records, or share them with tenants instantly.
Our Gas Safety Certificates Process
Booking
Call us or email with the property address, number of gas appliances, and your preferred date. We can coordinate directly with your tenants if that helps.
Appliance inspection
We inspect every gas appliance in the property. This typically includes the boiler, gas hob or cooker, and gas fire if present. We check each appliance for safe operation, stability, and correct combustion.
Flue and ventilation checks
We test all flues for correct operation and check that ventilation provision meets current standards. In Rochester's older converted properties, where rooms may have been reconfigured over the years, ventilation is one of the most frequent issues we identify.
Gas pipework tightness test
We pressurise the gas supply and check for leaks across the pipework. Even very small leaks must be addressed before a certificate can be issued.
Certificate issued
If everything passes, we issue the CP12 gas safety record the same day. You receive a digital copy immediately. If any appliance is found to be unsafe, we classify it and explain what needs to be done. We can usually carry out repairs during the same visit or schedule a prompt return.
Gas Safety Certificates for Rochester Properties
Converted period properties
Rochester has many older buildings that have been converted into flats or bedsits. These conversions sometimes have gas appliances installed in locations that no longer meet current ventilation requirements, or flues that have been modified during the conversion. We inspect these carefully and advise on any remedial work needed.
HMO properties
If your Rochester rental is classed as a house in multiple occupation, you may have shared gas appliances in communal kitchens or living areas, as well as individual boilers in each room or flat. All gas appliances must be inspected, regardless of whether they are in private or communal areas. We have experience with HMO inspections and understand the specific requirements.
New tenancies
You must provide a copy of the current gas safety record to new tenants before they move in, or within 28 days of the start of the tenancy. If you have a property in Rochester that is between tenants, it is a good time to book the inspection so the certificate is ready for the new occupants.
What happens if an appliance fails? We classify unsafe appliances as either At Risk or Immediately Dangerous, as required by the Gas Safe Register. An Immediately Dangerous appliance is disconnected and labelled on the spot. An At Risk appliance can remain in use temporarily while you arrange repairs. We provide a clear written explanation and a quote for any remedial work.
Pricing
A gas safety certificate for a Rochester property with one boiler and one gas cooker typically costs between 50 and 80. Additional appliances attract a small supplementary fee. Portfolio discounts are available. Combined gas safety and boiler servicing packages start from 120.
Gas Safety Certificates in Other Areas
More About Gas Safety Certificates in Rochester
Whatever type of rental property you own in Rochester, you are legally required to have every gas appliance inspected annually by a Gas Safe registered engineer. The resulting CP12 certificate, formally known as a Landlord Gas Safety Record, must be issued within 12 months of the previous one, and a copy must be provided to your tenants within 28 days. Our engineers carry out gas safety inspections across Rochester's ME1 and ME2 postcodes regularly, and we offer same-day certificates, digital delivery, and annual reminder services so you never fall out of compliance.
FAQs: Gas Safety Certificates in Rochester
Gas Safety Certificates in Rochester
Stay compliant and keep your Rochester tenants safe. Book your gas safety inspection with our Gas Safe registered engineers. Same-day certificates, digital delivery, and annual reminders available. Call 01634 949254 or email info@gasboilersandheating.co.uk. Portfolio rates for landlords with multiple properties.