RGII Gas Safety Certificate: Who Qualifies and What You Get

This scheme provides a formal safety certification for gas appliances used in rental properties. It ensures that the gas systems in residential units are checked by professionals to maintain safety standards.

👤Who it's for

This certification is required for landlords who have gas appliances installed within their rental properties. If your rental unit includes any equipment that runs on gas, you fall under these requirements to ensure the property remains compliant with safety regulations.

🎁What you get

You receive an annual safety certification. This document serves as official proof that the gas appliances in your property have been inspected and are functioning safely. Having this certificate is a key part of managing a rental property and meeting your legal obligations as a landlord.

💰What it costs you

You are responsible for the cost of the inspection and the resulting certification. Based on current rates, you can expect to pay between €80 and €120 per inspection. This fee covers the professional's time to inspect the equipment and issue the necessary paperwork.

⚠️The catch to know

The most important thing to remember is that this is an annual requirement. You cannot simply have the inspection done once and assume the property is compliant forever; it must be renewed every single year. Additionally, the responsibility for arranging this falls on the landlord. You should not rely on your tenant to book the inspection or notify you when the certificate is expiring, as failure to maintain the certificate could lead to compliance issues.

📝How to apply

1. Identify all gas appliances within your rental property that require inspection.
2. Arrange for a professional to visit the property to perform a safety check.
3. Pay the required fee for the inspection and the issuance of the certificate.
4. Store the annual certificate in your records to prove you have met your safety obligations.