Gas Safety Certificate
Richmond upon Thames
Searching for gas safety certificate providers in Richmond upon Thames? Our Gas Safety Certificate Richmond upon Thames service covers landlord gas safety certificates (CP12) for £69, including up to four gas appliances plus the meter. Gas Safe registered engineers cover Twickenham, Teddington, Hampton, Barnes, Mortlake, Kew and Richmond.
- Gas Safe Registered Engineers
- £69: Up to 4 Appliances + Meter
- Digital CP12
- TW1, TW2, TW9, TW10, TW11, TW12, SW13, SW14
A gas safety certificate (CP12) records the annual inspection carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer under the 1998 Gas Safety Regulations for landlords who provide gas appliances, fittings or flues.
Domestic properties. Gas Safe registered engineers.
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All Landlord Certificates provides domestic Gas Safety Certificates (CP12) for a fixed price of £69. The price covers 1, 2, 3 or 4 gas appliances plus the gas meter. Available to landlords and homeowners. Carried out by Gas Safe registered engineers.
Standard Single Household Lets
No property licence is needed for standard lets in Richmond upon Thames. Landlords still need an annual gas safety check for £69, covering up to four appliances plus the meter.
Large HMOs
HMOs with five or more people from two or more households need a licence and a current Gas Safety Record.
Housing Association Tenants
Your housing association arranges the annual gas safety check. Richmond upon Thames Council does not own homes.
Houseboat Owners
Boat rentals require an engineer with the right qualifications for work on boats. Find a suitable engineer through the Gas Safe Register.
What Is a Gas Safety Certificate in Richmond upon Thames?
A Gas Safety Certificate (CP12), also called a Landlord Gas Safety Record, is the record a Gas Safe registered engineer issues after the annual safety check of the gas appliances, fittings, and flues a landlord provides. In Richmond upon Thames, standard single household lets need no council licence, but HMOs with five or more people from two or more households need one. The fixed price is £69 for up to four gas appliances plus the meter.
Gas Safety Rules at a Glance
Annual checks
A Gas Safe registered engineer checks the gas appliances every 12 months under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998.
Early renewal
A check within two months before the due date keeps the original expiry date.
Tenant copies
Provide existing tenants with a copy within 28 days and new tenants with one before they move in.
Record keeping
Keep each record until two further checks are completed, for at least two years.
Is a Gas Safety Certificate a Legal Requirement in Richmond upon Thames?
Yes, for every Richmond upon Thames landlord who provides gas appliances. Regulation 36 of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 requires annual gas safety checks and a valid record. Standard lets need a Gas Safety Record but no council licence. Large HMOs need a Gas Safety Record and an HMO licence.
Who Can Issue One and How to Check the Engineer
Only a Gas Safe registered engineer can issue a Gas Safety Record for British gas safety certificates. Check the engineer's details on the Gas Safe Register before work starts. You can also verify an ALC engineer's registration before booking your gas safety check.
Standard Let or HMO? What Changes on Gas in Richmond upon Thames
Richmond upon Thames has different property licensing rules for standard lets and HMOs. A landlord gas safety certificate Richmond upon Thames confirms the annual gas safety check. Qualifying HMOs also need a licence and a current Gas Safety Record.
Standard Let: No Licence, Same Gas Duty
Standard single household lets need no property licence in Richmond upon Thames. Landlords must arrange an annual gas safety check through a Gas Safe registered engineer, keep the record and provide tenants with a copy within 28 days. Book a gas safety inspection in Twickenham for your rental property.
HMOs: the Mandatory Licence and the Gas Record It Asks For
HMOs occupied by five or more people from two or more households need a mandatory licence through the Regulatory Services Partnership. For a CP12 in Richmond upon Thames, landlords need a current annual Gas Safety Record as part of the application. An HMO licence lasts five years and cannot transfer to a new owner after a property sale.
Booking for a licensed HMO?
Rent From a Housing Association? Who Arranges the Check
Richmond upon Thames Council owns no housing. Its former housing stock transferred to Richmond Housing Partnership on 17 July 2000. Housing association tenants need to contact their landlord to arrange the annual gas safety check. Private landlords and letting agents are responsible for checks at their rented properties.
Richmond upon Thames Housing Facts
- 80.5% of households use mains gas only for heating.
- 24.7% of households rent privately, representing 19,970 of 80,704 households.
- 59.8% of households live in houses, and 28.2% live in purpose-built flats.
Booking for Several Richmond upon Thames Properties
Landlords and letting agents looking for gas safety certificate services near Richmond upon Thames can book a separate gas safety check for each property. Each booking records the gas appliances provided by the landlord. For large HMOs, enter the appliance count in the booking widget to confirm the price before the visit. Letting agents can select the agent option and add an EICR to the same visit.
Our Four-Step Process
STEP 1
Book Online or Call
Enter your Richmond upon Thames postcode and appliance count to confirm the fixed price before the visit.
Engineer visit
A Gas Safe registered engineer checks landlord-provided appliances, fittings and flues and shows their Gas Safe ID.
STEP 2
Safety record
Receive a record after the check, with defects classified as Immediately Dangerous or At Risk where applicable.
STEP 3
Digital CP12 emailed
Your certificate arrives by email for tenant copies, your records and council requirements for licensed HMOs.
STEP 4
What's Checked on a Richmond upon Thames Gas Safety Check and What's Not
A Gas Safe registered engineer checks the gas appliances, fittings and flues provided by the landlord, including their operating condition. Installation pipework has a separate maintenance duty. ALC charges £69 for up to four gas appliances plus the meter.
Covered by the gas safety check
NOT covered by the annual check
The engineer records any defects as Immediately Dangerous or At Risk and issues the certificate after each check. Repairs cost extra.
Installation pipework needs separate maintenance. Carbon monoxide alarms are required in living rooms with fixed fuel-burning appliances, except gas cookers.
How Much Does a Gas Safety Certificate Cost in Richmond upon Thames?
£69 is the total fixed price for a domestic Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) covering up to four gas appliances and the gas meter. It is not a per-appliance price. You pay the same £69 for one, two, three or four appliances, making the cost clear before booking.
| Service | Price | What's included |
|---|---|---|
Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) |
£69 |
Up to four gas appliances plus the gas meter. Total fixed price, not a per-appliance charge. |
Five or more appliances |
Confirmed before the visit |
Price confirmed before the visit |
Gas + EPC |
£148 |
CP12 and Energy Performance Certificate in one visit. |
Complete Compliance |
£330 |
Gas, EPC, EICR and PAT testing in one booking. |
What affects the price?
A gas safety record is issued after every check, with any defects recorded. Large HMOs with over four gas appliances or multiple meters receive a confirmed price before the visit.
Number of gas appliances
Property type
Access arrangements
Any remedial work identified during the check
Gas Safety Rules and Legal Requirements for Richmond upon Thames Landlords
Legal Requirements for Landlords
Landlords who provide gas appliances, fittings, or flues must arrange an annual gas safety check under Regulation 36 of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. Existing tenants receive a copy of the record within 28 days, and new tenants receive it before moving in.
Gas Safety Record After Every Check
The engineer records any defects found and remedial work completed. Defects are classified as immediately dangerous or at risk where applicable. A gas safety record is issued after every check.
Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements
A carbon monoxide alarm is required in each living room with a fixed combustion appliance. Gas cookers are exempt from this rule.
2026 Landlord Update
Section 21 ended for private landlords on 1 May 2026. The national PRS Database opens in stages from 15 December 2026, with London landlords required to register by 14 October 2027.
Gas Safety for Supported Living Providers in Richmond upon Thames
Supported living providers need clear gas safety arrangements, inspection records and access plans for residents.
- Landlords arrange annual gas safety checks where legal duties apply.
- Coordinate access with residents and support staff before inspections.
- Keep gas safety records, inspection dates and repair details for each property.
- Maintain records for property management and commissioner reviews.
- Track inspection due dates across all leased properties.
- Report gas safety concerns to the responsible landlord promptly.
- Share inspection updates with relevant housing managers and commissioners.
Areas and Postcodes We Cover in Richmond upon Thames
TW1
TW2
TW9
TW10
TW11
TW12
SW13
SW14
KT1
Barnes
East Sheen
Fulwell & Hampton Hill
Ham, Petersham & Richmond Riverside
Hampton
Hampton North
Hampton Wick
Kew
Mortlake & Barnes Common
North Richmond
South Richmond
St Margarets & North Twickenham
Strawberry Hill & Heathfield
Teddington
Twickenham Riverside
Whitton
West Twickenham
Hampton South
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Why Richmond upon Thames Landlords Choose All Landlord Certificates
From rental flats to larger HMOs, our Gas Safe registered engineers inspect landlord-provided gas appliances, fittings and flues across Richmond upon Thames. We also provide EPC assessments and EICR inspections to support property compliance.
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Digital CP12 sent by email after the inspection
Copies sent to tenants automatically
Gas safety checks, EPCs, EICRs, and PAT testing available in one booking
Over 12,000 certificates issued company-wide
Every gas safety check records identified defects and any remedial action taken. Landlords can verify their engineer through the Gas Safe Register before the appointment.
Richmond upon Thames Gas Safety Certificate FAQs
Is my Richmond upon Thames let a standard let or an HMO?
A let needs an HMO licence if five or more people from two or more households share it. Smaller lets need no HMO licence in Richmond upon Thames. Annual gas safety checks apply to both.
Does Richmond's HMO licence application ask for my gas safety record?
Yes. Richmond upon Thames requires a current annual Gas Safety Record with an HMO licence application.
- The Regulatory Services Partnership manages HMO licensing in Richmond upon Thames.
- Each HMO licence lasts five years and cannot transfer to a new owner after a sale.
- Landlords must keep gas safety records up to date throughout the tenancy.
I rent from a housing association in Richmond upon Thames who arranges the gas check?
Your housing association arranges the annual gas safety check as your landlord. Richmond upon Thames Council transferred its housing stock to Richmond Housing Partnership in 2000 and owns no homes. Housing associations provide the homes allocated through the borough.
Is my TW1 or TW7 address in Richmond upon Thames or Hounslow?
Yes. TW1, TW3, TW4, TW7 and TW8 span both boroughs. Check your council tax bill to confirm your authority. Richmond also covers TW2, TW9, TW10, TW11, TW12, SW13 and SW14.
Which gas safety law applies to a rented home in Richmond upon Thames?
Regulation 36 of the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 requires landlords to arrange annual gas safety checks. A Gas Safe registered engineer inspects supplied appliances, fittings and flues in rented homes.
Official Gas Safety Guidance and Sources
For Richmond upon Thames gas safety requirements, consult the council's HMO licensing and housing guidance, the Health and Safety Executive, and current legislation.
Richmond's HMO licence page
richmond.gov.uk
Renew, vary or revoke an HMO licence
richmond.gov.uk
HSE gas safety for landlords
rbkc.gov.uk
Gas Safety Regulations 1998, Regulation 36
legislation.gov.uk
Carbon monoxide alarm regulations
gov.uk
Gas Safe Register check an engineer
hse.gov.uk
ONS Census 2021
ons.gov.uk
Book Your Richmond upon Thames Gas Safety Certificate
Book your Richmond upon Thames CP12 for £69, covering up to four gas appliances plus the meter. Your digital record arrives by email after the inspection.