With bed bugs recently making headlines, now is an opportune moment to delve deeper into this troublesome pest issue. Similar to bacteria, bed bugs are developing resistance to commonly used chemical treatments. This resistance is compounded by increased travel...
The safety of tenants is of paramount importance to landlords in the private rental sector, and rightly so. One of the areas that has been improved immeasurably over the years is electrical safety, and now new guidelines have been published to provide greater...
‘Condensation dampness’ is a condition that affects millions of homes in the UK. Whether you are a Landlord or a Tenant this guide should help you control and prevent condensation and mould within your property. What is Condensation? Condensation occurs when warm air...
Landlords are able deduct the costs of running and maintaining their property, ultimately lowering their tax bill. Common deductible expenses include any repair or maintenance tasks, covering everything from minor repairs to any like-for-like replacement, i.e. the new...
Conducting an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a mandatory step before renting your property in England. The EICR involves a thorough examination of the electrical wiring, sockets, consumer units (also known as fuse boards), and any other fixed...
This procedure is stated in Section 13 of the Housing Act 1988 and is only available for periodic assured and assured shorthold tenancies. It can’t be used for common law tenancies or during a fixed term. You need to use the proper form of notice which is a...
