If you’re a landlord in Inverness or the wider Highlands, you have a legal duty to keep the gas appliances in your rental property safe. The annual Landlord Gas Safety Record, often called a CP12, is how you prove it.
What is a CP12?
A CP12, or Landlord Gas Safety Record, is the certificate issued after a Gas Safe registered engineer inspects every gas appliance and flue in a rented property. It confirms they’ve been checked and are safe to use.
What’s the legal requirement?
Under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations, landlords must arrange a gas safety check every 12 months. You must give a copy of the record to existing tenants within 28 days of the check, and to new tenants before they move in.
What does the check cover?
- Gas tightness test of the installation
- Inspection of every gas appliance (boiler, fire, hob, etc.)
- Flue flow and spillage tests
- Checking appliances are correctly fitted and ventilated
- Confirming safety devices are working
Why it matters
Beyond the legal obligation, the check protects your tenants from gas leaks and carbon monoxide, and protects you from serious liability. Failing to comply can lead to heavy fines or worse.
We make it easy for Highland landlords: fast appointments, a same-day digital certificate, and an annual reminder so you never miss a renewal. Get in touch to book your CP12.