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Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) annual.
Every let with gas needs an annual Gas Safety Cert. £80–£140. Without it, you face £6k fines and possible prosecution.
EICR every 5 years (England).
Electrical Installation Condition Report — legally required since 2020 for English rentals. £150–£300 per property.
EPC E+ for lettings.
MEES rules require EPC E or above to legally let. Below E, you can't let. Plan upgrades before listing.
Right to Rent checks.
England-only: check tenant immigration status before move-in. Penalties up to £20k per illegal tenant if you skip this.
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Indicative UK ranges and what affects price.
Cost range
By job type
Inc. VAT · 2026
Source: NMT quotes
Source: NMT quotes
Gas Safety Cert (CP12)
£80–£150
EICR (5-yearly)
£150–£300
EPC (10-yearly)
£60–£120
Inventory (3-bed)
£100–£250
End-of-tenancy clean
£250–£600
Full management (% rent)% of monthly rent
£10–£15
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Right to Rent — landlord duty since 2016 to check tenant immigration status. Identity Document Validation Technology (IDVT) approved. Expect to pay £15–£100 per tenant for UK Right to Rent check.
What Does the Work Involve?
Landlord or agent checks documents in person or via IDSP (Identity Service Provider). Passport, BRP, or share code (for digital). Copy retained for tenancy duration + 1 year. Statutory excuse provided.
Typical Costs
| Item | Low (£) | High (£) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual check (DIY) | 0 | 0 | Time only |
| IDSP check per tenant | 15 | 60 | British Irish nationals |
| Home Office Online Check | 0 | 0 | Share code |
| Combined credit + RtR check | 30 | 100 | Reference package |
| Letting agent compliance | included | included | In fees |
| Documents storage solution | 50 | 200 | GDPR-compliant |
| Reference checking premium | 50 | 200 | Combined |
UK Regulations
Immigration Act 2014. Right to Rent scheme England. £80 civil penalty first offence per occupant. Criminal liability for repeated. Statutory excuse defence.
Frequently Asked Questions
England only?
Yes — Wales, Scotland, NI excluded. England-only since 2016.
How verify documents?
In-person original docs, IDVT digital (since 2022), or Home Office share code.
Penalty levels?
£80 to £20,000 per occupant. Repeat offenders criminal.
How long retain records?
Throughout tenancy + 12 months after.
British/Irish exempt?
Must still check passport/proof. Same process.
Best IDSP providers?
Yoti, Onfido, TrustID. Home Office certified list.
This guide was written with AI assistance and is intended for general information only. Prices are estimates based on UK averages and may vary by region. Always get at least three quotes and consult a qualified professional before starting any work.
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