Property Compliance FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What property compliance services does Primelinks Compliance coordinate?

Primelinks Compliance helps property owners, landlords, agents and property managers coordinate services including EICR and electrical safety, gas safety, fire risk assessments and related fire-safety work, EPC and energy performance, asbestos surveys and testing, legionella risk assessments, and HMO and landlord compliance.

Which areas do you cover?

Our website is focused on property compliance services across London. Availability for a particular inspection or assessment depends on the property, service and required timing. Send us the property postcode when requesting a quote so coverage can be confirmed. See London coverage.

Can I arrange several compliance services through one enquiry?

Yes. If a property needs more than one compliance workstream, you can provide the requirements in one enquiry. This is particularly useful for landlords, letting agents, property managers and organisations managing multiple properties.

What information should I provide when requesting a quote?

Provide the property address or postcode, property type, the service or services required, preferred timing and any relevant existing certificates or reports. This helps identify the appropriate next step and reduces unnecessary back-and-forth.

What is an EICR?

An Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) assesses the condition of a property’s fixed electrical installation and records observations about electrical safety. The inspection should be carried out by a suitably competent person.

Do landlords need gas safety checks?

Where the relevant gas-safety duties apply, landlords must arrange the required checks by an appropriately qualified Gas Safe registered engineer and keep the required records. The exact duties depend on the property and circumstances.

When might a fire risk assessment be required?

Fire-safety duties vary according to the premises, how it is occupied and the applicable legislation. A fire risk assessment is used to identify fire hazards, people at risk and the measures needed to manage fire safety. If you are unsure what applies to a property, provide its type and use when enquiring.

What is an EPC and what does MEES mean?

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) records a property’s energy-efficiency rating and related information. Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) can affect whether certain properties may lawfully be let, subject to the applicable rules and exemptions.

When should asbestos be considered in a property?

Asbestos may need to be considered in older buildings and before work that could disturb asbestos-containing materials. The appropriate survey or sampling approach depends on the building and the planned work, so the property and project details should be reviewed before choosing a service.

What is a legionella risk assessment?

A legionella risk assessment considers potential risks from a property’s water systems and the controls used to manage those risks. The appropriate assessment depends on the water system, property type and how the premises are used.

Can you help with compliance across multiple properties?

Yes. Primelinks Compliance has a dedicated multi-property route for landlords, agents, property managers and organisations that need to coordinate compliance requirements across a portfolio.

How do I get started?

Use our Get a Quote page for a known requirement. If you are unsure which compliance service is appropriate, use Request a compliance review. For several properties, use Manage Multiple Properties.