Gas Safety Checks for Property Owners
Gas safety checks for property owners are required every 12 months. Gas appliances must undergo a gas safety check and, according to manufacturer’s instructions, should be serviced regularly by a Gas Safe registered engineer. This is to prevent the risk of Carbon Monoxide leaking or appliances being more likely to become faulty as a result of poor fitting. Gas Safe replaced CORGI on the 1st April 2009. If an appliance has any problems, all engineers must follow the Gas Industry Unsafe Situations Procedure (GIUSP) when assessing the risks. Warning signs that your appliance needs to have a gas safety check immediately include: increased condensation in the room, the pilot light always going out, black marks or stains around the appliance or burning with a lazy yellow flame, rather than a crisp blue flame.
A gas safety check covers a range of different inspections, such as appliances being on the right setting and burning correctly with the correct operating pressure. It also covers harmful gases being removed, ensuring clear ventilation routes and making sure all safety devices are working properly. The check will be sure to identify any defects. Flues, chimneys and air vents are looked at too during the process to see if there is suitable ventilation and no chance of blockages. Pensioners, households with children under 5 years of age or individuals who have not had been checked at all in the last 12 months are sometimes entitled to a free gas safety check. If you are a landlord, gas safety checks for property owners are compulsory and you have to provide a gas safety certificate for you tenants. However, if you are a homeowner but do not have tenants then it is highly recommended.
For gas safety checks for property owners, please submit your desired job on My London Tradesmen and you will receive up to three quotes from three different companies most suited to your requirements. All tradesmen that are suggested to you are trustworthy, receive up-to-date training and are registered with all the necessary bodies. The steps to take are simple, in order for your gas appliances to be in good working order after a detailed safety check evaluation.