Is a CP12 the Same as a Gas Safety Certificate?
Yes, a CP12 and a Gas Safety Certificate are the same document. It's an essential record proving that all gas appliances and systems have been inspected by a Gas Safe engineer. Citywide Plumbers issues official CP12s across London properties.
Many property owners and landlords wonder whether a CP12 and a Gas Safety Certificate are different documents. The answer is simple: they are the same thing.
At Citywide Plumbers, we’re here to clarify gas safety requirements and ensure your property remains fully compliant.
What is a CP12?
The term CP12 comes from the CORGI Proforma 12, which was the original name of the document used when CORGI (Council for Registered Gas Installers) was the official gas safety body in the UK.
Since 2009, Gas Safe Register has replaced CORGI as the official register, but the nickname "CP12" is still commonly used.
What is a Gas Safety Certificate?
A Gas Safety Certificate is the legal proof that a Gas Safe registered engineer has inspected all gas appliances, pipework, and flues at a property. It ensures that everything is safe to use and complies with UK safety regulations.
What Information Does a CP12 Include?
The certificate (or CP12) will include:
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Description and location of each appliance checked
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Results of safety checks and any faults
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Details of any remedial work required
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Confirmation the installation is safe
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Engineer's Gas Safe number and signature
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Date of inspection and due date for the next one
This certificate must be renewed every 12 months for rental properties.
Who Needs a CP12?
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Landlords – legally required to provide tenants with a current certificate
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Homeowners – not legally obliged, but highly recommended
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Estate agents and property managers – must maintain records for managed homes
Why Use Citywide Plumbers?
At Citywide Plumbers, all our gas engineers are Gas Safe registered and qualified to issue official CP12s. Whether you need one for a single property or several, we provide reliable, fast, and fully compliant service.
Book Your Gas Safety Certificate Today
Stay safe and meet all legal obligations. Contact Citywide Plumbers:
Phone: 02038928545
Email: info@citywideplumbers.co.uk