Landlords 6 min read20 April 2026
Every landlord letting a property with gas appliances must have a gas safety check carried out annually by a Gas Safe registered engineer, and must give the record to tenants. Here is how it works in practice across Glasgow.
Your legal duties
- An annual gas safety check on every appliance and flue you are responsible for
- Maintenance of gas appliances and pipework in a safe condition
- A copy of the record to existing tenants within 28 days
- A copy to new tenants before they move in
- Records kept for at least two years
The renewal window
You can carry out the check up to two months before the expiry date and keep the original anniversary date. That gives real flexibility for portfolio landlords who want to batch visits rather than chase individual dates.
When a tenant won't give access
Keep a written record of every attempt: letters, texts, emails and visit dates. Demonstrating reasonable steps is what protects you. We provide documented attendance notes for every no-access visit so your file stands up.
Portfolio landlords and agents
We work with letting agents across the west of Scotland on scheduled renewals, combined gas and electrical visits, and consolidated invoicing. One visit can cover the gas safety record, the boiler service and an EICR where it is due.
Need help with this?
We handle this work every week. See Landlord & Safety Checks in Glasgow or browse all our services.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a CP12 in Glasgow?
Priced per property based on the number of appliances; we quote before booking and can bundle a service.
Can I get it the same day?
Yes — the record is issued on the day, normally by email straight after the visit.
Do I need one for an electric-only property?
No gas appliances means no gas safety record, but an EICR is still recommended and often required.
Related reading
Gas Safety Check: What Is Actually Inspected
A Yearly Maintenance Plan for Landlords
EICR Explained: What Landlords Need to Know