Outside in: who's responsible for the garden, path, and fence in a rented property?
Who maintains the garden, fence, and paths in a rental? One of the most common end-of-tenancy disputes — explained by LAP Property Services.
Floor it: choosing the right flooring for a rental property
Carpet, LVT, laminate or tiles? What flooring actually lasts in a rental — and what's worth the money. Practical advice from LAP Property Services.
Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors: what landlords are actually required to do
Where smoke alarms must go, what type of CO detector is required, and what landlords are responsible for. Practical guidance from LAP Property Services.
Something new from LAP: introducing The Periodic
LAP Property Services has launched The Periodic — a newsletter for London landlords and letting agents. Sign up free at theperiodic.beehiiv.com
Down the drain: blocked pipes, slow drains, and what landlords need to know
Blocked drains and slow pipes are one of the most common maintenance calls in rental properties. Here's how to handle them — from LAP Property Services.
Houston, we have a leak: what to do when a tenant reports water ingress
Few calls from a tenant produce quite the same sinking feeling as "there's water coming through the ceiling." Water ingress is one of those problems that…
The drip, the rattle, and the slightly stiff door: why small repairs don't stay small
A dripping tap, failing sealant, or stiff door might seem minor — but small repairs ignored have a habit of becoming expensive ones. Advice from LAP Property Services.
Brace, brace: getting your rental property ready for winter
Frozen pipes, boiler breakdowns, blocked gutters — our practical winter checklist for London landlords. Advice from LAP Property Services.
Everything has a shelf life: how long things actually last in a rental property
Boilers, carpets, kitchens, bathrooms, white goods — how long do they actually last in a rental? A practical landlord's guide from LAP Property Services.
Is it damp, condensation, or mould? (And why the answer changes everything)
Damp, condensation and mould look similar but have different causes and very different fixes. LAP Property Services explains how to tell them apart.
Section 8 notices: a landlord's guide to possession in 2026
Section 21 is abolished. Here's how Section 8 notices work, the main possession grounds, notice periods, and what landlords need to do. Guide from LAP Property Services.
Hold on to your deposit — or rather, don't
Protect within 30 days, serve prescribed information, know the penalties. A clear guide to tenancy deposit protection rules for UK landlords
The right stuff: what landlords need to know about Right to Rent checks
Right to Rent checks are a legal requirement before every tenancy. Here's how to do them correctly, what to keep, and the penalties for getting it wrong.
Every dog has its day: pets in rental properties under the new rules
The Renters' Rights Act gives tenants the right to request a pet. Here's what landlords can and can't do, and how to protect your property.
Fix it fast: how long do landlords actually have to carry out repairs?
Emergency, urgent or routine — landlords have different legal timescales for different repairs. Here's what the law says and what happens if you don't comply.
The end of the road: what actually happens when a tenancy finishes
What counts as fair wear and tear? What can landlords deduct from a deposit? A practical guide to end of tenancy repairs from LAP Property Services.
Rated E for effort? Why your EPC rating matters more than ever
Minimum EPC rating for rental properties is rising to C by 2030. Here's what it means, what improves a rating, and why acting early saves money.
The register you didn't know was coming: the PRS database explained
The new Private Rented Sector database is coming. Every landlord will need to register. Here's what it is, when it launches, and what you'll need to provide.
Gas safety certificates: the annual check landlords really can't skip
Landlords must arrange an annual gas safety check for every rental property. Here's what's required, the deadlines, and the consequences of non-compliance.
What is an EICR — and does my rental property need one?
Every rental property in England needs a valid EICR. Here's what it is, how often you need one, and what happens if you don't have one.
The writing's on the wall: Awaab's Law and what it means for private landlords
Awaab's Law already applies to social housing and is coming for private landlords. Here's what it means for mould, damp and your legal duties.
Renters' Rights Act 2025
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 changes everything for landlords. Here's what you actually need to do and by when. Practical guide from LAP Property Services.
Getting the best quote...and why it's not all about the price
Quoting is a key part of any business, and in our experience it can raise more questions than any other element of the actual works taking place. Coupled…
Condensation; not just a load of hot air.
Most landlords will have had a call about condensation - and as so often the case this will be (wrongly) reported as;…
While the cat is away...a mouse proofing guide
Hands up who in London has never had a mouse problem...I suspect few have survived without an encounter of the tiny furry…
I will never tire of "I got your number from..."
I will literally* never tire of the phone calls that begin with "I got your number from..." I don't have an exact figure for you, but over 90% of our work…
Introducing the LAP blog
An introduction to the LAP Blog by Luke Apps, detailing maintenance and handyman tips, landlord pointers, and other timely tips.