CP12 Checklist for Canterbury Landlords: Before and After the Inspection

This five-step CP12 checklist for Canterbury landlords covers what to do before the gas safety inspection and what to keep and share afterwards. A landlord gas safety certificate, often called a CP12, is required every 12 months for relevant gas appliances and flues provided in rental properties.

Use the checklist to check the due date, arrange tenant access, book a suitably qualified Gas Safe registered engineer, share the record and plan the next renewal. To arrange a check, visit gas safety inspections in Canterbury.

Step 1: Check the due date

Find the current gas safety record and note the expiry date. Start arranging the next check well before the deadline, especially if tenant access can be difficult.

Do not leave the appointment until the final few days. Missed access can quickly create compliance problems.

Step 2: Book a Gas Safe registered engineer

The check must be completed by a suitably qualified Gas Safe registered engineer. CoziKent's Gas Safe registration number is 666330.

When booking, give the property address, number of appliances, tenant access details and whether a boiler service is also required.

Step 3: Complete the inspection

The engineer checks relevant appliances and flues and records the results. If a defect is found, follow the safety advice and authorise necessary remedial work.

An unsafe appliance must not be used until a Gas Safe registered engineer confirms it is safe.

Step 4: Give the certificate to the tenant

Existing tenants must receive a copy within 28 days of the check. New tenants must receive the certificate before moving in.

Keep proof of delivery where possible, especially if you manage multiple properties.

Step 5: Plan the next year

Store the CP12, boiler service record, repair invoices and access notes. Set a reminder for the next renewal well in advance.

CoziKent provides gas safety inspections and boiler servicing across Canterbury and East Kent.

Local landlord gas safety support

CoziKent is based in Canterbury and works across Canterbury, Ashford, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Faversham, Dover, Folkestone, Sandwich and surrounding East Kent areas. This local coverage helps landlords get a clear appointment, practical advice and a realistic explanation of what happens next.

What to have ready before you call

Before booking a CP12 check, boiler service or combined landlord appointment, gather a few details. This makes the conversation quicker and gives the engineer a better chance of preparing properly.

• The rental property address and tenant access arrangements.
• The number and type of gas appliances at the property.
• The current CP12 expiry date, if available.
• Whether a boiler service is needed at the same visit.
• Any known fault, access issue or previous advisory note.

Important gas safety advice

Do not remove a boiler casing, interfere with gas components or attempt internal repairs.

If there is a smell of gas, suspected carbon monoxide, smoke, fire or immediate danger, leave the property and call the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999 before contacting a repair company.

Frequently asked questions

How often do landlords need a CP12?

Every 12 months for relevant landlord-provided gas appliances and flues.

Can a CP12 and boiler service be done together?

Often, yes. Request both tasks clearly when booking.

Who receives the gas safety certificate?

Existing tenants must receive it within 28 days, and new tenants before they move in.

Does CoziKent provide CP12 certificates in Canterbury?

Yes. CoziKent covers Canterbury and surrounding East Kent areas.

Call CoziKent

To book a landlord gas safety certificate in Canterbury, visit gas safety inspections or call 07535 616484.

Gas Safe registration 666330. CoziKent covers Canterbury, Ashford, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Faversham, Dover, Folkestone, Sandwich and surrounding East Kent areas.