Clear guidance for letting your property properly.
Landlords in England are responsible for making sure their rental property is safe, compliant and fit to live in. This can include repairs, health and safety, deposit protection, Right to Rent checks and providing the correct documents at the start of a tenancy.
LK Lettings can help you understand what needs to be arranged before your property is let, and which parts can be handled through your chosen service.
Repairs and maintenance
Landlords are generally responsible for keeping the structure, exterior and essential services in good repair.
Gas safety
Gas appliances and pipework must be safely installed, maintained and checked where required.
Electrical safety
Electrical installations must be safe and inspected in line with current requirements.
Deposit protection
If a tenancy deposit is taken, it usually needs to be protected in a government-approved scheme.
Right to Rent checks
Landlords or agents must check that tenants have the legal right to rent in England.
Damp and mould
Reports of damp or mould should be taken seriously and investigated properly.
LK Lettings offers different levels of landlord support, including Introduction Only, Rent Collection and Full Management. Depending on the service you choose, this can include marketing, accompanied viewings, tenant checks, referencing, rent collection, maintenance coordination, property visits and end-of-tenancy support.
If you are not sure which option is right for your property, our team can talk you through the differences.
You should make sure the property is safe, compliant and ready for a tenant. This may include required safety checks, deposit arrangements, tenancy paperwork, marketing, insurance and preparing the property for occupation.
If the property has gas appliances, landlords must meet gas safety requirements and arrange the appropriate checks.
Landlords must make sure the electrical installation in a rented property is safe. The correct electrical checks should be arranged before or during the tenancy as required.
Yes. LK offers Introduction Only, Rent Collection and Full Management options, depending on how much support you want.
Speak to LK Lettings before your property goes to market. We can talk you through the next steps and help you choose the right service for your property.