Gas Safety Certificate (CP12)
An annual safety check of all gas appliances and flues by a Gas Safe registered engineer. A legal requirement for landlords.
From £89 · Same day turnaround · Valid for 12 months
Pricing
- Meter & Boiler Only — £89: Boiler + meter, no additional appliances
- +2 Appliances — £99: Boiler plus two additional appliances
- +3 Appliances — £109: Includes hob, fire, and water heater
- +4 Appliances — £129: Larger properties with multiple gas appliances
What It Involves
- A safety check of every gas appliance in the home by a Gas Safe registered engineer
- Inspection of the boiler, gas hob, fire, and any other gas-fuelled equipment
- Checks for safe operation, adequate ventilation, and clear flues
- A gas tightness test on the installation pipework
Legal Requirements
- Required annually under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998
- Only engineers on the Gas Safe Register may issue a CP12
- The certificate must be given to tenants within 28 days, and to new tenants before they move in
- Records must be retained for a minimum of two years
What to Expect
- The engineer will need access to all gas appliances and the meter
- Appliances will be turned on and off during testing
- A standard visit takes 30–45 minutes
- The CP12 certificate is issued the same day
Areas We Cover
LondonCroydonBromleyEalingHackneyCamdenGreenwichLambethSouthwarkWandsworthHammersmith & FulhamKensington & ChelseaWestminsterIslingtonHaringeyEnfieldBarnetHarrowHillingdonHounslow
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do I need a gas safety certificate?
Landlords must have a gas safety check carried out every 12 months by a Gas Safe registered engineer. The certificate (CP12) must be provided to tenants within 28 days of the check, and to new tenants before they move in.
What appliances are checked during a CP12?
The engineer inspects all gas appliances in the property, including the boiler, gas hob, gas fire, water heater, and any other gas-fuelled equipment. They check for safe operation, adequate ventilation, and that flues are clear.
What regulations govern gas safety?
Gas safety in rental properties is governed by the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. Only engineers on the Gas Safe Register are legally permitted to carry out gas safety checks and issue CP12 certificates.
Can the gas safety check be done on the same visit as an EPC or EICR?
Yes. We can arrange a combined visit where our assessor carries out multiple certificates in a single appointment, saving you time and reducing disruption to your tenants.