Certificates Required

Our dedicated Compliance Team works tirelessly to make sure every property is fully compliant with current housing regulations. Contact us today – [email protected]

At House Hunt, we make compliance easy for landlords and property owners. From annual checks to long-term certifications, we handle the details so you can let your property with confidence — knowing it’s safe, legal, and up to standard.

Here’s what you need to stay compliant:

Gas Safety Certificate — Annually

A Gas Safety Certificate is a legal requirement for any rental property with gas appliances. A qualified Gas Safe registered engineer must inspect and certify the gas boiler, hob, meter, and any other gas appliances annually.
The inspection ensures:

Appliances are operating safely
No risk of gas leaks or carbon monoxide exposure
Flues and ventilation are working correctly

Without this certificate, you cannot legally rent out your property. At House Hunt, we’ll remind you when it’s due and arrange a hassle-free inspection with a trusted engineer.

EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) — Every 10 Years

An EPC measures your property’s energy efficiency on a scale from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). It’s legally required for all rental properties and must be provided to prospective tenants at the start of a tenancy.
Important notes:

EPCs are valid for 10 years
Most properties must have a minimum rating of E to be let
Upgrades may be needed to meet this standard (e.g. insulation, efficient heating)

We can help you assess your current EPC and advise on improvements to raise your energy rating if needed.

EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) — Every 5 Years

An EICR evaluates the safety and condition of a property’s fixed electrical systems, including wiring, consumer unit (fuse box), switches, and sockets.
Key facts:

Must be carried out at least every 5 years
Must be performed by a qualified electrician
Required by law for all tenancies in England

The report highlights any urgent issues (coded as C1 or C2) that must be rectified before the property is deemed safe to let. We’ll coordinate the inspection, action any necessary repairs, and keep your documents up to date.

HMO / Additional / Selective Licensing

Local councils may require properties to hold one or more types of licences depending on their location, tenant makeup, and property type:

HMO Licensing: For properties with 3 or more tenants forming 2 or more households who share facilities
Additional Licensing: May apply to smaller HMOs not covered by mandatory licensing
Selective Licensing: Can apply to any rental property in designated areas, even single lets

Licensing typically requires:

Compliance with safety standards (fire, gas, electrical)
Property management standards
Fit and proper landlord checks

Our team will check if your property needs a licence, help with the application, and ensure ongoing compliance.

3-Part Testing (Fire Alarms, Emergency Lighting & Detection Systems)

For HMOs and licensable properties, landlords must carry out 3-part safety testing to cover:

Fire alarm system checks
Emergency lighting inspections
Fire detection systems (e.g., smoke and heat detectors)

These checks ensure that:

All alarm and detection systems are functional
Emergency lighting works during a power cut
Escape routes are safely lit and accessible
Testing must be conducted by qualified engineers and is typically required annually or in accordance with your property licence conditions.

We handle every aspect — from scheduling to certification — to give you full peace of mind.

Let Us Handle the Hassle

At House Hunt, we work with a reliable network of fully accredited contractors and engineers to manage your property’s compliance from start to finish. We’ll:

Track all renewal dates
Coordinate inspections and reports
Handle follow-up repairs if needed
Store certificates for easy access

Whether you let a single property or manage a portfolio of HMOs, our team ensures you stay compliant without the stress.

Need to book an inspection or check what applies to your property?
We’re here to help. Email us at [email protected] and our compliance team will guide you every step of the way.

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