Landlord Gas Safety Certificate Middlesbrough

Quick answer: A Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) costs from £60 for a single appliance. Landlords need one every 12 months—it’s a legal requirement. We issue certificates the same day if everything passes.

Gas Safety Certificates in Middlesbrough

If you’re a landlord, you need a Gas Safety Certificate (officially called a Gas Safety Record or CP12) for every property with gas appliances. No certificate means you’re breaking the law and putting tenants at risk.

We provide gas safety inspections across Middlesbrough and Teesside. The process takes 30-45 minutes, and you’ll have your certificate the same day.

What Is a Gas Safety Certificate?

A Gas Safety Certificate confirms that all gas appliances in a property have been checked by a Gas Safe registered engineer and are safe to use. It covers:

• Boilers
• Gas fires and heaters
• Gas cookers and hobs
• Flues and ventilation
• Gas pipework (visual inspection)

The certificate lists every appliance, its location, and whether it passed or failed. It’s valid for 12 months.

How Much Does a Gas Safety Certificate Cost?

Scenario	Price
1 appliance (boiler only)	£60
2 appliances (boiler + fire or cooker)	£70
3+ appliances	£80+
Multiple properties (same visit)	Discounted rate

Prices include the inspection and certificate. If appliances fail and need repairs, that’s quoted separately.

Landlord Legal Requirements

The law is clear on this. Under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, landlords must:

1. Get an annual gas safety check — Every 12 months, without exception
2. Use a Gas Safe registered engineer — Not just any plumber or handyman
3. Give tenants a copy within 28 days — Or before they move in for new tenancies
4. Keep records for 2 years — In case of disputes or HSE inspection

What happens if you don’t comply?

• Fines up to £6,000 per offence
• Prosecution and potential prison sentence
• Invalid landlord insurance (your insurer can refuse claims)
• Liability if a tenant is harmed

We’ve seen landlords get caught out because they let the certificate lapse by a few weeks. The HSE doesn’t make exceptions.

What We Check

During a gas safety inspection, we:

1. Check each appliance is working correctly — Ignition, flame, temperature
2. Test for gas leaks — At connections and pipework
3. Inspect flues and ventilation — CO2 and CO levels, proper airflow
4. Verify safety devices — Thermocouples, flame failure devices
5. Check operating pressure — Correct gas pressure for the appliance
6. Look at pipework — Visual check for damage or corrosion

If everything passes, you get your certificate immediately. We email a digital copy and can post a printed one if needed.

What If Something Fails?

If an appliance fails the safety check:

Minor issues — Sometimes we can fix the problem during the visit (loose connection, simple adjustment). We’ll quote for the repair.

Major issues — If an appliance needs parts or significant work, we’ll explain what’s required and give you a quote. Once repaired, we re-inspect and issue the certificate.

Immediately dangerous — If we find a gas leak or an appliance that poses immediate risk, we’re legally required to disconnect it. We’ll make it safe, then discuss repair or replacement options.

We won’t fail appliances for minor cosmetic issues or things that don’t affect safety. But we also won’t pass something that’s genuinely unsafe.

For Homeowners

You don’t legally need a gas safety certificate for your own home. But it makes sense to have one if:

• Your boiler is getting old and you want peace of mind
• You’re buying or selling a house and want evidence of safety
• You haven’t had your boiler serviced in a while
• You’re worried about carbon monoxide risk

A gas safety check is similar to a boiler service but more focused on safety than performance. If you want both, ask about combined pricing.

Booking for Multiple Properties

If you’re a landlord with multiple properties, we offer:

• Discounted rates for 3+ properties
• Flexible scheduling around tenant availability
• Annual reminders so you don’t miss renewal dates
• Digital record keeping for easy access to all certificates

Let us know how many properties you have and we’ll put together a quote.

Service Areas

We provide gas safety certificates across Middlesbrough, Stockton, Redcar, Thornaby, Guisborough, Billingham, Yarm, and the wider Teesside area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a gas safety check take?

Usually 30-45 minutes for a standard property with 1-2 gas appliances. Larger properties with more appliances take longer.

Can you do the check if my tenant is home?

Yes, we just need access to the gas appliances. We’ll work around the tenant’s schedule.

How far in advance can I renew?

You can get a new certificate up to 2 months before the old one expires, and it will still run from the original expiry date (so you don’t lose any time).

What if my tenant won’t let you in?

This is a common landlord problem. You need to give reasonable notice (usually 24-48 hours in writing). If the tenant still refuses, document your attempts—you may need to involve your solicitor.

Do you cover commercial properties?

Our main focus is domestic properties. For commercial gas safety, requirements differ and you’ll need a commercially-qualified engineer.

Can you service my boiler at the same time?

Yes—combining a service with a gas safety check is common and makes sense. Ask for combined pricing.