Repairing Standard Part 2 – Fixed Heating in Scottish Rented Properties
Changes for fixed heating systems in Scottish rented properties from March 2024 will ensure a higher level of comfort &…
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New Electrical Safety Standards for Scottish Rented Properties from March 2024
An update to the Repairing Standard for landlords in Scotland comes into force March 1st, 2024.
New Rules for Fire Alarms in Domestic Homes
Fire and smoke alarm regulations have changed to ensure all homes have the highest level of protection.
Private Residential Tenancies: 6 Key Changes for Edinburgh Landlords
Since 2017 the way that private residential tenancies are implemented have changed. Edinburgh Landlords should consider 6 areas.
CO Alarms for Edinburgh Landlords
Guidance in Scotland requires carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in all private rented properties.
EICR Must be Completed by a Suitably Competent Person!!
Regulation 16 of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 requires persons to be competent to prevent danger & injury.
When the Duty Applies and Transitional Rules
Transitional Electrical Rules for Edinburgh Landlords
What is Portable Appliance Testing?
PAT testing covers testing the safety of appliances, which means movable electrical equipment.
Mains Wired Smoke Alarms in Edinburgh
The Scottish Goverment has produced revised statutory guidance on the requirements for smoke alarms and smoke detectors.
What does an EICR cover? (updated for 2024)
Useful guide on what must be covered in an electrical installation condition report (EICR).