Landlords take note – you must remember to heat your properties

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Many landlords have more than one property to look after and it can be a real headache trying to maintain them however it is important that take the appropriate measures otherwise there could be some tough consequences heading your way. A Norwich based company paid a hefty price of a £15, 000 fines for not adequately heating the properties owned. Each flat owned faced a charge of £5,000 as they were deemed unfit for residents to live in.

It is important that landlords look after their properties and residents otherwise they may also be subject to a fine or in some cases even prosecution. Many landlords worry about the cost of making home improvements however fitting insulation and double glazing is a great way to keep costs down, and ensure that a property locks in as much as possible. Making home improvements are vital to the health of residents to avoid large bills for fixing problems, fines and also legal fees. If you are looking to become a landlord then make sure that you think about the maintenance required and commit to the cause.