Landlord Plumber Nottingham — Gas Safety & Emergency Cover
Gas Safety Certificates, boiler repairs, emergency callouts, and full property plumbing for Nottingham landlords. Free matching service — we connect you with vetted, Gas Safe registered engineers.
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Landlord Legal Obligations
What Nottingham landlords are legally required to do
Renting out a property comes with clear legal duties around gas, heating, and plumbing. Here's what you need to stay compliant.
Annual Gas Safety Certificate (CP12)
Required every 12 months by law. A Gas Safe registered engineer inspects all gas appliances and issues a CP12. You must give a copy to your tenants within 28 days. Failure to comply is a criminal offence.
Boiler servicing
Annual boiler servicing isn't a legal requirement — but it's strongly recommended, keeps manufacturer warranties valid, and significantly reduces the risk of mid-tenancy breakdowns.
Emergency repairs
As a landlord, you're legally required to repair and maintain installations for water, heating, and gas. For serious issues like burst pipes, boiler failures, or gas leaks, you must respond immediately.
Water and sanitation
You must maintain in working order all plumbing installations, toilets, baths, showers, and sinks. Persistent blockages or leaks must be fixed promptly — tenants cannot be left without a working toilet or running water.
Adequate heating
Properties must be capable of maintaining 18°C in living rooms and 21°C in bedrooms (Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018). A broken boiler in winter is a high-priority repair.
Carbon monoxide alarms
From October 2022, it's a legal requirement in England to have a CO alarm in any room with a fixed combustion appliance (this includes boilers). Non-compliance can result in a £5,000 fine.
Our Landlord Services
Everything you need to keep your Nottingham rental compliant and running
Gas Safety Certificate (CP12)
Annual CP12 inspection and certificate by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Covers all gas appliances, boiler, flue, and ventilation. Certificate issued same day.
Typical cost: £60–£90
Annual boiler service
Full service of the boiler — cleaning, safety checks, pressure testing, and flue inspection. Often done at the same time as the CP12 to save costs and minimise tenant disruption.
Typical cost: £70–£110
Boiler repair
Fast response boiler repairs for tenant properties. Gas Safe engineers available same-day or next-day for most faults. Upfront quote before any work begins.
Typical cost: £80–£300
Emergency callouts
24/7 emergency plumbing for burst pipes, gas leaks, no heating or hot water, and blocked drains. Vetted engineers available evenings and weekends across Nottingham.
Typical cost: £100–£250
Bathroom fitting
Bathroom refits between tenancies, or fixture replacements (toilet, basin, shower) during a tenancy. Reliable, tidy fitters who work around your schedule.
Typical cost: From £150 for replacements
Blocked drains
Fast clearing of blocked toilets, sinks, and drains. CCTV drain surveys available for persistent or recurring blockage issues. Suitable for HMOs and multi-occupancy properties.
Typical cost: £80–£200
Why landlords use us
The NottsPlumber difference for Nottingham landlords
All engineers are Gas Safe registered
We only work with engineers who hold current Gas Safe registration. You can request the registration number before work starts and verify it at gassaferegister.co.uk.
Fast response for tenant emergencies
When your tenant calls about a boiler breakdown in January, you need a plumber fast. Our network covers all Nottingham postcodes with same-day availability for most jobs.
Compliance paperwork sorted
Your CP12 certificate is issued the same day as the inspection, ready to hand to your tenant or upload to your property management system.
Upfront quotes, no surprises
Every job comes with an upfront written quote before work starts. No hidden costs, no invoices that bear no relation to the original price.
Covers all Nottingham postcodes
From Beeston and West Bridgford to Bulwell and Long Eaton — we cover all NG postcodes. Ideal for landlords with multiple properties across the city.
Free matching service
Our service is free to landlords. You pay only the engineer for the work done — and only once you're satisfied with the quote. No subscription, no commission added to your bill.
Gas Safety in Nottingham
Gas Safety Certificates for Nottingham rental properties
The Gas Safety Certificate — formally the CP12 — is the most important compliance document a landlord needs. Here's what Nottingham landlords need to know:
How often: Every 12 months, without exception. You cannot let or continue to let a property without a valid CP12.
What it covers: All gas appliances in the property — the boiler, any gas hob or cooker, gas fires, and any other fixed gas appliance. The engineer checks for gas leaks, safe operation, adequate ventilation, and correct flue systems.
When to give it to tenants: Existing tenants must receive a copy within 28 days of the inspection. New tenants must receive a copy before the tenancy begins.
What if something fails: If an appliance fails the safety check, the engineer may issue a "Not to Current Standard" notice (NICS) or condemn the appliance. Failed appliances must be repaired or replaced before they can be used again. The CP12 is issued once all appliances are safe.
Penalty for non-compliance: Letting a property without a valid CP12 is a criminal offence under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, carrying potential fines and imprisonment. It also invalidates some types of landlord insurance and, in England, can prevent you from serving a valid Section 21 notice to regain possession.
Coverage
Landlord plumbing across all of Nottingham
We cover all Nottingham postcodes — ideal for landlords with properties across the city.
FAQs
Landlord plumbing questions answered
How often do I need a Gas Safety Certificate for a rental property?
By law, landlords must have a Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) issued every 12 months by a Gas Safe registered engineer. A copy must be given to tenants within 28 days of the inspection, or before a new tenancy begins.
What does a Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) cover?
A CP12 inspection covers all gas appliances in the property — typically the boiler, gas hob, and any gas fires. The engineer checks for gas leaks, adequate ventilation, safe operation, and correct flue/exhaust systems. The certificate lists each appliance and whether it passed or failed.
What happens if I don't have a valid Gas Safety Certificate?
Letting a property without a valid CP12 is a criminal offence under the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. Landlords can face fines and imprisonment. It also affects landlord insurance and, in England, can prevent you serving a valid Section 21 notice to regain possession.
Am I responsible for plumbing repairs when there's a tenant in the property?
Yes. Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, landlords are responsible for maintaining and repairing installations for water, gas, electricity, heating, and sanitation. For emergencies (burst pipes, no heating in winter, blocked toilet with no alternative), you must respond same-day.
Can I use any plumber, or do they have to be Gas Safe registered?
For any work involving gas appliances — including gas safety checks, boiler repairs, and boiler installations — the engineer must be Gas Safe registered. This is a legal requirement. For non-gas plumbing work (blocked drains, bathroom fitting, etc.) a Gas Safe registration isn't required, but it's still important to use an insured, experienced plumber.
Do I need to tell my tenants about planned plumbing work?
Yes. You generally need to give at least 24 hours' written notice before entering the property for planned repairs or inspections (though emergency access is different). For annual gas safety inspections, it's good practice to give at least 48 hours' notice and to confirm the appointment with your tenant directly.