Landlord Compliance Guides

25 June 2026

Landlord obligations for damp and mould in rental properties. What the law requires, how Awaab's Law changes the rules, and what action to take when mould is reported.

18 June 2026

An EICR is valid for 5 years — but your electrician can set a shorter interval. Here's how validity works, why 2026 is a critical renewal year, and what happens if yours expires.

11 June 2026

Is there a grace period for gas safety certificates? No. Here's what the law actually says, how the 2-month early renewal window works, and what to do if yours has expired.

4 June 2026

A free legionella risk assessment template for UK landlords. Step-by-step walkthrough of every field, with guidance on what to check and how to record it.

28 May 2026

What selective licensing means for landlords, how to check if your area is covered, the application process, costs, and penalties for operating without a licence.

21 May 2026

What records landlords must keep by law, how long to store them, and how to build an evidence trail that protects you in disputes, tribunals, and inspections.

14 May 2026

What council housing inspectors check, when inspections happen, and how to prepare your rental property. HHSRS hazards, certificates, and penalties explained.

7 May 2026

What the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire Safety) Regulations 1988 mean for landlords who provide furnished lets. Labels, exemptions, and penalties explained.

30 April 2026

A detailed cost breakdown of every landlord compliance obligation in England — per property, per year. Compare compliance costs against penalty costs.

23 April 2026

How non-compliance with gas safety, EICR, and other landlord obligations can void your insurance. What insurers check and how to protect your cover.

16 April 2026

Every compliance requirement you must meet before serving a valid Section 21 notice in England. Common mistakes that get notices thrown out by courts.

9 April 2026

A step-by-step compliance guide for first-time landlords in England. Covers gas safety, EICR, EPC, deposits, right to rent, costs, and common mistakes.

2 April 2026

Complete guide to fire safety regulations for UK rental properties — smoke and CO alarms, furniture safety, fire doors, HMO requirements, and fire risk assessments.

26 March 2026

The Renters' Rights Act 2025 creates a mandatory landlord register in England. Here's what's confirmed, what's unclear, and how to prepare.

19 March 2026

Spreadsheets can't send reminders, don't understand regulations, and silently fail. Here's why they break down for landlord compliance tracking.

12 March 2026

Honest breakdown of when landlord compliance software is worth the cost, when it isn't, and what features actually matter for tracking obligations.

5 March 2026

EICR fines can reach £40,000 per breach. Learn exactly how civil penalties are calculated, what triggers enforcement, and how to get compliant fast.

20 February 2026

The Renters' Rights Act 2025 abolishes Section 21, ends fixed-term tenancies, and creates a landlord register. Here's what changes and what you need to do.

13 February 2026

Legionella risk assessment requirements for UK landlords. What the law says, what the assessment involves, how much it costs, and what to do with the results.

11 February 2026

A breakdown of every fine and penalty UK landlords face for non-compliance. Gas safety, EICR, deposit protection, HMO licensing, right to rent, and more.

9 February 2026

HMO licence requirements explained for UK landlords. When mandatory licensing applies, additional licensing schemes, room sizes, fire safety, and penalties up to £30,000.

7 February 2026

EPC requirements for rental properties in England and Wales. Current minimum rating, MEES regulations, upcoming changes, exemptions, and what to do if your property fails.

5 February 2026

Tenancy deposit protection rules for landlords in England. How to protect a deposit, serve prescribed information within 30 days, and avoid 1-3x penalties.

3 February 2026

How to do a right to rent check as a landlord in England. Step-by-step process, accepted documents, share codes, and penalties for non-compliance.

29 January 2026

Smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarm rules for landlords in England and Wales. What's required, where alarms must be fitted, and penalties for non-compliance.

24 January 2026

Is an EICR a legal requirement for landlords? Yes. Here's what the Electrical Safety Standards regulations require, how often you need one, and what happens if you don't comply.

20 January 2026

A comprehensive checklist of every legal obligation for private landlords in England and Wales, updated for 2026.

15 January 2026

Everything you need to know about gas safety certificates for rental properties, including when they're required, what they cost, and how to stay compliant.