Repairs & Maintenance - Guidance

For all rented property there is a statutory duty on the landlord to maintain the structure and mains services serving the property in good repair and that it be fit for human habitation. There are also general product safety regulations that require the property and any items supplied to a consumer in the course of a commercial activity must be safe, and this includes the supply of rented property. This is in addition to the other specific provisions for gas, electricity and furniture covered earlier.
Unless due to misuse by the tenant (which is sometimes difficult to establish) the landlord is responsible for the cost of repairs to the property and contents. To minimise repair expenditure we ask that you provide us with full instructions for appliances and installations e.g. the central heating system and details at the outset of existing maintenance contracts or guarantees that are in force. You are responsible for the costs of servicing and maintenance.

Fair wear & tear
Rent paid by the tenant is inclusive of fair wear and tear on the property and its contents. It is not reasonable to expect the property or contents to be in the same condition at the end of the letting as at the commencement. We recommend that any items of monetary or sentimental value are not left in the property whilst it is let. Any damages charged to the tenants must take fair wear and tear into account and so the full replacement cost may not be recoverable depending on the age of any damaged items. Should you wish to acquire furniture, appliance etc. for your property we can advise on this.

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