Landlord guides

Letbook is a compliance tracker for landlords. These guides cover the rules in England, and every fact links to its gov.uk or legislation.gov.uk source.

• EICR for landlords: how often, and what happens if it failsLandlords in England need an electrical inspection at least every five years. Who gets the report, the 28-day repair deadline, and the penalty.
• Gas safety certificate: landlord rules and deadlinesLandlords in England must have gas appliances and flues checked every 12 months and give tenants the record within 28 days. The deadlines in one place.
• How to Rent guide withdrawn: what landlords must give tenants nowGov.uk withdrew the How to Rent guide on 1 May 2026. What English landlords must give tenants instead, and by when.