Landlord's guides
All the must‑know landlord guidance in one place: stay compliant and keep your properties protected.
Things you should know as a landlord
Fire safety
Fire safety is a serious concern for both tenants and landlords. Take the time to familiarise yourself with the regulations that affect you.
Electrical safety
It is a legal requirement to get an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) completed every 5 years.
Gas safety
Is a Gas Safety Certificate a legal requirement? Does it have to be renewed every year? What are the latest regulations?
Difference between insurance and cover
What’s the difference between landlord insurance and landlord cover and do you need both?
Is being an Airbnb host right for me?
How easy is hosting? Will your mortgage provider object? And what about insurance? Read on for the answers.
What to do if your tenant stops paying the rent
Can you evict a tenant who doesn’t pay the rent? How do you get your money back. And is rent guarantee insurance worth it.
Get peace of mind with our landlords products
Landlord cover
With HomeCare from British Gas, you’re covered in case anything goes wrong.
Landlord building insurance
If you own a property, you want it covered by insurance. Buildings insurance is a requirement of mortgage lenders.
Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
Get complete peace of mind that your home’s electrics are safe and up to standard with an EICR.