DIY Landlords: Would you benefit from a Property Health Check? 🏡🔍
The law has changed. ⚖️ If you haven't reviewed your rental property recently, you could be at risk without even knowing it. Find out what we check and why every Self Managing landlord should consider a Property Health Check.
Would Your Property Pass An Inspection Today? 🏠
Many landlords assume that because they've had the same tenant for years, everything is fine. Unfortunately, under today's legislation, that's no longer something you can safely assume.
The Renters' Rights Act has significantly increased landlords' responsibilities, and local authorities now have greater powers to investigate and issue substantial financial penalties where properties or paperwork don't meet the required standards. The reality is that many landlords are unknowingly falling foul of the law.
🔎 What would we check?
A Property Health Check isn't just about looking around the property.
We would typically review:
✅ Safety certificates (Gas, Electrical and EPC)
✅ Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms
✅ Damp and mould risks
✅ Repair history
✅ Tenancy paperwork
✅ Deposit protection
✅ Rent review opportunities
✅ General property condition
✅ Compliance with current legislation
Sometimes it's the smallest oversight that creates the biggest problem.
⚠️ Prevention is always cheaper than cure. A loose handrail. An extractor fan that has stopped working. Missing paperwork. A repair that wasn't properly recorded. Individually they may seem insignificant. Together they could become evidence in the event of a complaint or investigation.
😌 Peace of mind matters
Our Fully Managed landlords receive regular inspections, detailed reports, compliance monitoring and ongoing advice as legislation changes.
That means they don't have to constantly worry whether they've missed something.
📞 We'd be happy to help
If you currently manage your own tenancy but would like reassurance that everything is compliant, we'd be delighted to help. Even if you're not ready to hand over the management today, a conversation could save you a great deal of stress tomorrow.
📍 M&M Estate Agents, Gravesend, DA12 1AH
📞 01474 321957
📧 lettings@mandmprop.co.uk
