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Repairs and maintenance

In most tenancies, you, as landlord, are responsible for repairs and maintenance of:

  • The structure and exterior of the property.
  • Basins, sinks, baths and other sanitary fittings including pipes and drains.
  • Heating and hot water installations.
  • Gas appliances, pipes, flues and ventilation.
  • Electrical wiring.
  • Any damage they cause by attempting repairs.
  • Other parts of the building or installations that you own/control and whose repair would affect your tenant. This is if you are renting a flat or maisonette for example staircases.

You should agree with your tenant who is responsible for other repairs. You are not responsible for repairing the damage caused by a tenant.

For more about housing standards, see: Repair and maintenance of houses.

Housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS) guidance

This guidance is aimed at non-specialists, in particular private landlords. It explains the requirements under the Housing Act 2004 in relation to the HHSRS. It will help identify the type of work that is needed on their properties to conform with the HHSRS.

HHSRS guidance for landlords and property-related professionals (GOV.UK).