Are you breaking the law without realising it?

Make sure you have the following in place prior to your tenant moving in.

• Landlords Gas Safety Certificate
• Electric Safety Certificate
• Any Upholstered Furnishings must comply with current regulations
• Adequate Insurance
• Energy Performance Certificate
• Fire Risk Assessment

It is VITAL that any certificates you hold are up to date and have not expired. If you are in any doubt contact Dalessio Residential Lettings immediately.

Dalessio Residential Lettings will arrange for all of these issues to be completed on your behalf subject to receiving your instructions

Why use a letting agent?

A question which is asked many times and managing your own property can seem an attractive option but often a false economy. Dalessio Residential Lettings would only advise this if you have the time and the experience in dealing with tenancies. Landlords can expect us to not only find the best possible tenant for their property but also to efficiently onward manage with a high standard of customer service.

Do I need obtain permission from my mortgage company?

Yes. There will be clauses within your mortgage contract stating that permission is required before you can let your mortgaged property. Investor landlords with a "Buy to Let" mortgage will usually have permission, but check just to make sure.

Will my household insurance cover my property/contents?

Public liability probably won't be covered and in most cases a standard household insurance will not offer adequate cover whilst a property is let. Leaseguard offer and comprehensive range of buildings and contents policies specifically tailored for landlords.

What certificates do I need for gas/electric appliances?

The Gas Safety Regulations state that ALL gas appliances must be checked by a Gas Safe, formerly Corgi, registered engineer at least once every twelve months with a record/certificate containing prescribed information issued to the landlord/agent and a copy must be given to an existing tenant or to a new tenant prior to them moving in

Dalessio Residential Lettings can arrange for this check to be carried out on your behalf.

Do I need to have the electrics checked?

The Electrical Regulations state that any electrical goods supplied in a let property must be safe and not cause danger and it is therefore advisable to have all portable electrical appliances such as cookers, table lamps, kettles, toasters etc. checked by a fully qualified electrician.

Do I need to have smoke detectors fitted?

Most properties built since 1992 will be fitted with mains interlinking smoke detectors on each floor. It is good practice to ensure that all let properties are fitted with either mains or battery smoke detectors. Please contact us to ensure your property complies with current Fire Safety legislation. Your property will require a fire risk assessment in order to comply with current legislation.

What upholstered furnishings can I leave?

If you are intending to leave upholstered furnishings Dalessio Residential Lettings will make you aware of the Furniture and Furnishings Regulations which state that any upholstered furniture supplied in let property must have attached an approval label. To summarise, upholstered furniture manufactured after 1950 and before 1988 will probably not comply and must be removed or replaced.

What happens if a tenant falls into arrears?

Not only does Dalessio Residential Lettings have an established procedure for dealing with this but all Dalessio landlords have access to a specially negotiated Rent Protection and Legal Fees Insurance via Leaseguard which protects rent for the initial six months or longer if required.

Landlords with two or more properties or with a property portfolio?

We make managing that portfolio easier and offer a tailor made service to match each landlord's particular requirements including bespoke marketing, property management, insurances and specially negotiated fees.

To arrange a FREE rental valuation for your property CLICK HERE.

Please contact us if you are in any doubt. We’ll be happy to help!

Telephone us on 01234 362731 or email at lets@dalessio.co.uk.