Guide for landlords

Is your rental ready for winter? Checks for landlords

The first cold snap is when most landlords find out their boiler was overdue a service.

Checked against the legislation on 23/09/2026. This is general information for landlords in Wales, not legal advice for your circumstances.

Three things worth doing now

  • Have the boiler serviced, and make sure the gas safety record is in date - it is required every 12 months.
  • Check the contract holder knows where the stopcock is.
  • Test every smoke and carbon monoxide alarm.

Small jobs in October save emergency call-outs in January.

When we manage a property

We keep each certificate on record with its renewal date, and arrange maintenance through our own contractors.

Deposit protection: the 30-day rule The written statement and the 14 days Benefits and children: the 01/06/2026 rules All guides for landlords

Not sure where your property stands? Both of these are free, and neither commits you to anything.

Does your property meet the law in Wales? Ten questions, two minutes. A written result by email, covering Rent Smart Wales, safety certificates, deposits and the 2026 rules. What should your property let for? Tell us about it and we will email you a rent range within one working day - from a Cardiff property manager, not an algorithm.