Property Safety Services in High Wycombe
Whether you are selling, letting or running a business from a property in High Wycombe, property safety services start with one enquiry and the property's postcode. ChecksSorted is starting in High Wycombe and, where we can, passes the enquiry to a participating independent professional for that postcode. The professional gives the quote and does the work.
Request a quoteWhich property safety services can I arrange in High Wycombe?
You can arrange five property safety services for a property in High Wycombe, each with its own page:
Our services page compares them in one place →Who needs an HMO licence in High Wycombe?
High Wycombe is covered by Buckinghamshire Council. Its page on licensing an HMO states "A licence is required when a house in multiple occupation (HMO) is occupied by 5 or more persons in 2 or more households." It notes "On 1 October 2018 the scope of mandatory HMO licensing was extended." and adds that it "now covers all HMOs with 5 or more persons". Whether your property needs a licence is for the council to say.
What do property owners in High Wycombe need to arrange?
A property owner in High Wycombe needs an EPC before selling a home, a yearly gas safety check and an electrical inspection at least every 5 years when letting one, and a fire risk assessment for business premises or the shared areas of flats. The table gives each rule and its source:
| If you are | What it says | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Selling a home | An EPC has to be ordered for potential buyers before the property is put on the market. | GOV.UK EPCs |
| Letting a home | A gas safety check must be done on each gas appliance and flue every year. | HSE gas safety |
| Letting a home | Rented properties need their electrical installations inspected and tested at least every 5 years. | GOV.UK electrical safety |
| Running a business, or managing the shared areas of flats | Fire risk assessments are the job of the responsible person, who must carry out the assessment and review it regularly. For common or shared areas, that is the landlord, freeholder or managing agent. | GOV.UK fire safety |
What is housing in the High Wycombe area like?
Most homes in the Buckinghamshire Council area are owner-occupied. In the 2021 Census data (tenure and accommodation type tables), 154,239 of the 220,327 households in Buckinghamshire (70.0%) were owned, against 61.3% in England, and 34,630 (15.7%) were private rented. The accommodation type table counts 31,682 households (14.4%) in a purpose-built block of flats or tenement, against 17.1% in England. These figures cover the whole Buckinghamshire Council area, not only High Wycombe.
How to get a quote in High Wycombe
This is how an enquiry works in High Wycombe, in four steps:
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Tell us what you need
Choose the property safety service required.
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Tell us where
Enter the property postcode and relevant details.
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We match your enquiry
ChecksSorted identifies an appropriate participating professional covering the service and location.
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Discuss the job
The professional contacts you about availability, price and the work required.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an HMO licence for 3 tenants in High Wycombe?
It depends on the property and the area, so ask the council. Buckinghamshire Council says a licence is required when an HMO is occupied by 5 or more persons in 2 or more households, and GOV.UK adds that even a smaller property may still need a licence depending on the area.
How long does an EPC last when I sell a home in High Wycombe?
For 10 years. GOV.UK says an EPC gives a property an energy efficiency rating from A (best) to G (worst) and is valid for 10 years. If the property does not have an EPC or it has expired, you need a new one before you get the property ready to sell or rent.
Do I need an EPC to sell a home in High Wycombe?
Yes. You must have an EPC when you're selling a property. GOV.UK says, and it must be ordered for potential buyers before you market the property. The same page adds that the person selling the house, the landlord or the letting agent must show you the EPC if you're buying or renting.
How often does a rented home in High Wycombe need an EICR?
At least every 5 years. All landlords must have the electrical installations in their properties inspected and tested by that interval, according to GOV.UK. They must also obtain a report from the person who carries out the inspection and give a copy to their tenants, and to the local council if requested.
Do I need a gas safety certificate to rent out a home in High Wycombe?
Yes. HSE says a gas safety check is needed every year on each gas appliance and flue, and that before a new lease starts the checks must have been done within one year before the lease start date. Its page on who can do the check adds that all checks must be done by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
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