Property Compliance Blog
Practical guidance for landlords, property managers and property professionals on safety, inspection, certification and compliance responsibilities across London and England.
Latest property compliance articles
Browse our latest articles covering electrical safety, gas safety, fire safety, EPC and MEES, asbestos, Legionella, HMO requirements and wider property compliance topics.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Rules for Landlords in 2026
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarm rules for landlords in 2026: where alarms are required, start-of-tenancy checks, faulty alarms, HMOs and enforcement.
Asbestos Found During Refurbishment: What Should You Do?
Found suspected asbestos during refurbishment? Learn why work should stop, when sampling or an R&D survey may be needed, and how to restart work safely.
Fire Door Failed Inspection: Repair or Replace? What Landlords Should Do
Fire door failed inspection? Learn when a door may be repaired, when replacement is needed, common defects, repair priorities and current inspection requirements.
EPC Exemptions for Landlords: What Evidence Do You Need?
EPC exemptions for landlords explained: high-cost, wall insulation, consent, devaluation and other MEES exemptions, including the evidence needed to register them.
EICR Expired During a Tenancy: What Should a Landlord Do?
EICR expired during a tenancy? See what landlords should do next, five-year inspection rules, tenant report deadlines, remedial action and enforcement risks.
Legionella After a Property Has Been Vacant: What Landlords Should Do Before Re-Letting
What should landlords do about Legionella after a property has been vacant? Learn about weekly water movement, flushing before letting, risk reviews and when testing is actually needed.
When Should a Fire Risk Assessment Be Reviewed? Refurbishment, Changes and Incidents
When should a fire risk assessment be reviewed? Learn the key triggers including refurbishment, layout and occupancy changes, fire incidents and failures of fire precautions.
EICR Remedial Work: Do Landlords Need a New EICR After Repairs?
Do landlords need a new EICR after remedial repairs? Learn about the 28-day deadline, EIC and MEIWC certificates, written confirmation and when a fresh EICR may be appropriate.
EPC Expired During a Tenancy: Does a Landlord Need to Renew It Immediately?
Has an EPC expired during an existing tenancy? Learn when landlords need a new EPC, what happens before re-letting or marketing, and how MEES rules still apply.
