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How to Prepare Your Home for a Gas Safety Inspection

A smooth gas safety inspection starts with proper preparation. From clearing access to checking appliances, Citywide Plumbers shares expert advice to help landlords and homeowners get ready for a certified and efficient inspection.
A smooth gas safety inspection starts with proper preparation. From clearing access to checking appliances, Citywide Plumbers shares expert advice to help landlords and homeowners get ready for a certified and efficient inspection.

Whether you're a landlord fulfilling legal duties or a homeowner ensuring your family’s safety, preparing for a gas safety inspection is essential. A well-prepared property helps engineers work efficiently and ensures accurate results.

At Citywide Plumbers, our Gas Safe Registered engineers carry out hundreds of inspections across London every year. Here's how you can prepare your home to ensure a smooth and successful visit.

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1. Ensure Easy Access to Gas Appliances

The engineer will need to inspect every gas appliance in the home—boilers, cookers, fires, and heaters. Make sure these are:

  • Unobstructed by furniture or household items

  • Clearly visible with access to controls, flues, and pipework

  • Safe to approach, with no clutter or hazards nearby

Tip: If you have an integrated cooker or boiler cupboard, open it beforehand.

2. Know What Needs Inspecting

A typical gas safety inspection includes:

  • Gas boiler

  • Gas hob or cooker

  • Gas fires or wall heaters

  • Flues and ventilation points

  • Pipework and gas meter

Before the engineer arrives, make a quick list of what appliances you have and their locations. If you're a landlord, it’s your responsibility to make these accessible.

3. Provide Past Inspection Documents (If Available)

If you've had a previous CP12 (Gas Safety Certificate), keep it handy. This helps the engineer track changes or recurring issues.

While it's not required to show old records, it can be useful—especially in rental properties with multiple tenants or a history of servicing.

4. Allow Access to the Gas Meter and Shut-Off Valve

Gas supply checks are a key part of the inspection. Ensure the engineer can access:

  • The gas meter, often located in external boxes, under stairs, or in cupboards

  • The gas shut-off valve, usually near the meter or main supply point

If you're unsure where these are, try locating them before the appointment.

5. Inform Tenants in Advance (For Landlords)

If you're managing a rental property, notify your tenants well ahead of time. They’ll need to be present or provide access, and should prepare the space for the visit.

Citywide Plumbers can work directly with tenants if authorised—just let us know when booking.

6. Secure Pets and Children

For everyone's safety, pets and small children should be kept away from inspection areas during the visit. This allows the engineer to work efficiently and safely without distractions.

7. Check for Obvious Issues

While not required, a quick check for visible faults—like:

  • Discoloured flames

  • Strange smells

  • Unusual noises from the boiler

  • Blocked vents or flues

—can help the engineer focus on problem areas faster.

What to Expect During the Visit

Your Citywide Plumbers engineer will:

Inspect all gas appliances
Test for leaks and proper operation
Check ventilation and flue systems
Verify gas pressure levels
Issue a digital CP12 certificate if passed

If any issues are found, you’ll receive clear advice on next steps and repairs.

Book With Citywide Plumbers Today

We're committed to making gas safety easy for landlords and homeowners. With flexible bookings, expert service, and clear pricing, we’re proud to serve all of London.

Call us on 02038928545
Email info@citywideplumbers.co.uk

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CALL US NOW 02038928545

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