As a landlord, you are responsible for ensuring the tenant has access to running water and proper sanitation. A tenant is responsible for making sure they do not cause any damage to the property and this includes not putting oil down drains and making sure that everything is kept as clean as possible. So, there is no definite answer, but maintaining a mutually beneficial agreement with your tenants is always important.

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- Clearing blocked sewers, drains and external waste pipes

- Boilers and hot water cylinders

- Pipework, radiators, fittings, and valves

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Plumbing maintenance should be conducted every 18 months to every 2 years, or whenever your tenants face an issue with the plumbing of their bathrooms.

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Get your pipes properly insulated using foam or thick fabric. Running your taps and turning on your heating regularly will also help prevent frozen pipes.

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- The stoppers and chains in the sink, basin, or baths

- Replacing washbasins toilet bowls and toilet seats, when damaged by the tenant.

- Replacing all baths sinks and drainers if they are damaged by the tenants.

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Most stop taps or stop cocks are found under the kitchen sink; all you’ll need to do is simply turn the tap clockwise to close off the water.

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